Compose is a verb with multiple meanings:
1. To create or write (a piece of music, poetry, etc.)
2. To form (a whole) by combining parts
3. To make (oneself or someone) calm or tranquil
4. In printing, to arrange type or material for printing
5. In chemistry, to make up or constitute (a whole)
Common phrases:
- Compose oneself: to calm down
- Compose music: to write music
- Be composed of: to be made up of