ELEMENT
none. 1 component part; contributing factor. 2 any of the substances that cannot be resolved by chemical means into simpler substances. 3 a any of the four substances (earth, water, air, and fire) in ancient and medieval philosophy. B a being`s natural abode or environment. 4 electr. Wire that heats up in an electric heater, kettle, etc. 5 (in plural.) Atmospheric agencies, esp. Wind and storm. 6 (in plural.) Rudiments of learning or of an art etc. 7 (in plural.) Bread and wine of the eucharist. ? in one`s element in one`s preferred situation, doing what one does well and enjoys. [french from latin]