1. A chemical element that is present in significant quantities in a substance, organism, or system, typically comprising more than 0.01% by mass
Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen are major elements in living organisms.
Oxigênio, carbono, hidrogênio e nitrogênio são elementos principais nos organismos vivos.
2. In geology and soil science, one of the predominant mineral or chemical constituents
Silicon and aluminum are major elements in the Earth's crust.
Silício e alumínio são elementos principais na crosta terrestre.
3. A primary or essential component of something; a key constituent
Trust is a major element in any successful relationship.
A confiança é um elemento principal em qualquer relacionamento bem-sucedido.