functional

Words with a similar base: functional

'functional'

[functional.a.01] as in: designed for or capable of a particular function or use

Examples:
a style of writing in which every word is functional
functional architecture

'functional'

[functional.a.02] as in: involving or affecting function rather than physiology

Examples:
functional deafness

'functional'

[functional.a.03] as in: relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure

Examples:
the problem now is not a constitutional one; it is a functional one
delegates elected on a functional rather than a geographical basis

'functional'

[functional.s.01] as in: fit or ready for use or service

Examples:
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

'functional'

[functional.s.02] as in: designed for or adapted to a function or use

Examples:
functional education selects knowledge that is concrete and usable rather than abstract and theoretical
functional architecture

'functional'

[running.s.03] as in: (of e.g.

a machine) performing or capable of performing

Examples:
in running (or working) order
a functional set of brakes

Origins

					functional (English)
├── -al (English)
└── function (English)
    └── function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
        └── fonction (French)
            ├── functio (Latin)
            │   └── fungor (Latin)
            └── functionem (Latin)

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