Functional

['fʌŋ(k)ʃ(ə)n(ə)l] or ['fʌŋkʃənl]

Definition

(adj.) designed for or capable of a particular function or use; 'a style of writing in which every word is functional'; 'functional architecture' .

(adj.) involving or affecting function rather than physiology; 'functional deafness' .

(adj.) designed for or adapted to a function or use; 'functional education selects knowledge that is concrete and usable rather than abstract and theoretical'; 'functional architecture' .

(adj.) fit or ready for use or service; 'the toaster was still functional even after being dropped'; 'the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable'; 'an operational aircraft'; 'the dishwasher is now in working order' .

(adj.) relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure; 'the problem now is not a constitutional one; it is a functional one'; 'delegates elected on a functional rather than a geographical basis' .

Typed by Dewey--From WordNet

Definition

(a.) Pertaining to, or connected with, a function or duty; official.

(a.) Pertaining to the function of an organ or part, or to the functions in general.

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