What is the meaning of elementary?

Easy and not involved or complicated.
- usage: "an elementary problem in statistics"; "elementary, my dear Watson"; "a simple game"; "found an uncomplicated solution to the problem"
- synonyms: simple, uncomplicated, unproblematic
Of or pertaining to or characteristic of elementary school or elementary education.
- usage: "the elementary grades"; "elementary teachers"
Of or being the essential or basic part.
- usage: "an elementary need for love and nurturing"
- synonyms: elemental, primary

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