non-functional

non--func·tion·al

N n

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [nohn ohb-stahn-te fuhngk-shuh-nl]
- /noʊn oʊbˈstɑn tɛ ˈfʌŋk ʃə nl/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [nohn ohb-stahn-te fuhngk-shuh-nl]
- /noʊn oʊbˈstɑn tɛ ˈfʌŋk ʃə nl/

Definitions of non-functional word

adjective non-functional of or relating to a function or functions: functional difficulties in the administration. 1
adjective non-functional capable of operating or functioning: When will the ventilating system be functional again? 1
adjective non-functional having or serving a utilitarian purpose; capable of serving the purpose for which it was designed: functional architecture; a chair that is functional as well as decorative. 1
adjective non-functional Also, functionalistic. (of a building or furnishing) constructed or made according to the principles of functionalism or primarily as a direct fulfillment of a material need. 1
adjective non-functional Medicine/Medical. without a known organic cause or structural change: a functional disorder. Compare organic (def 5). 1
adjective non-functional pertaining to an algebraic operation: a functional symbol. 1

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Origin of non-functional

First appearance:

before 1625

One of the 42% oldest English words

First recorded in 1625-35; function + -al1

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Parts of speech for Non-functional

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non-functional popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 65% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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