consist

/kənsˈɪst/

/kənˈsɪst/

to consist

MAIN VERB

to be made of or formed from certain things or people

synonyms : comprise

originate (in)

synonyms : dwell

be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous

have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in

Examples

1. Education consists for him in reciting by heart and obeying.

2. The koala diet consists almost entirely of eucalyptus leaves.

3. Factor graphs consist a set of variables.

4. Bone reconstruction consists two parts: Bone absorption and bone formation.