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func·tion·al

functional

 
 
pronunciation:
fuhngk sh nl
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: serving a purpose or able to serve the intended purpose.
We have two televisions, but one is not functional.My mother was not functional for two weeks after her operation.
similar words:
working
definition 2: having a practical purpose.
derivation: functionally (adv.)
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