modular
pronunciation
How to pronounce modular in British English:
UK [ˈmɒdjələ(r)]
How to pronounce modular in American English:
US [ˈmɑdʒələ(r)]
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- Adjective:
- constructed with standardized units or dimensions allowing flexibility and variety in use
Word Origin
- modular (adj.)
- 1798, as a term in mathematics, from French modulaire or directly from Modern Latin modularis, from Latin modulus "a small measure" (see module). Meaning "composed of interchangeable units" first recorded 1936.
Example
- 1. The moon vehicle system was based on a modular design .
- 2. Modular constructions are more robust .
- 3. Modern table lamp with bright led lights and modular structure .
- 4. A collaboration led by johns hopkins researchers will start human trials on their modular prosthetic limb this year .
- 5. The modular nature also means the robot 's length can be adjusted easily as needed .