functional
英 ['f??(k)?(?)n(?)l]
美['f??k??nl]
- adj. 功能的
英英釋意
- 1. designed for or capable of a particular function or use;
- "a style of writing in which every word is functional"
- "functional architecture"
- 2. involving or affecting function rather than physiology;
- "functional deafness"
- 3. 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"
- 4. 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"
- 5. 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"
- 6. (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing;
- "in running (or working) order"
- "a functional set of brakes"
