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MODULAR
modular
(adjective) constructed with standardized units or dimensions allowing flexibility and variety in use; “modular furniture”; “modular homes”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
modular (not comparable)
Consisting of separate modules; especially where each module performs or fulfills some specified function and could be replaced by a similar module for the same function, independently of the other modules.
(chiefly, mathematics) Of or relating to a module or modules.
Relating to mode or modulation.
Antonyms
• (consisting of separate modules): monolithic
Anagrams
• moulard
Source: Wiktionary
Mod"u*lar, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to mode, modulation, module, or modius; as, modular arrangement; modular accent; modular measure.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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