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Synonyms for functional

Grammar : Adj
Spell : fuhngk-shuh-nl
Phonetic Transcription : ˈfʌŋk ʃə nl


Définition of functional

Origin :
  • 1630s; as a term in architecture, "utilitarian," 1928; see function (n.) + -al (1). Related: Functionally; functionality.
  • adj working
Example sentences :
  • But what proportion is there between the structural alteration and the functional result?
  • Extract from : « A Critical Examination Of The Position Of Mr. Darwin's Work, "On The Origin Of Species," In Relation To The Complete Theory Of The Causes Of The Phenomena Of Organic Nature » by Thomas H. Huxley
  • What may be the functional importance of either of these structures we know not.
  • Extract from : « On the Relations of Man to the Lower Animals » by Thomas H. Huxley
  • Hence the functional basis is preferred in all cases in which it can be applied.
  • Extract from : « The Classification of Patents » by United States Patent Office
  • In biology it is more akin to the formal than to the functional attitude.
  • Extract from : « Form and Function » by E. S. (Edward Stuart) Russell
  • (b) Add limits of functional parts: handle, spout, cover, etc.
  • Extract from : « Industrial Arts Design » by William H. Varnum
  • What is the value of accenting the functional parts in clay design?
  • Extract from : « Industrial Arts Design » by William H. Varnum
  • It is not impossible that this is the vestige of a once functional eye.
  • Extract from : « The Flea » by Harold Russell
  • No functional disturbance, and no lesion in regard to the eyes.
  • Extract from : « Pedagogical Anthropology » by Maria Montessori
  • The feet frequently have five functional digits, and may be plantigrade.
  • Extract from : « The Vertebrate Skeleton » by Sidney H. Reynolds
  • These glands are present in both sexes, but are functional only in the female.
  • Extract from : « A Hand-book to the Primates, Volume 1 (of 2) » by Henry O. Forbes

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