designed for or capable of a particular function or use; a style of writing in which every word is functional; functional architecture'

involving or affecting function rather than physiology; functional deafness'

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'

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

[ Syn: usable , useable , operable , operational ]

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'

(of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing; in running (or working) order; a functional set of brakes

[ Syn: running , operative , working ]