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modular

 

[ หˆmษ’d.jสŠ.lษ™r ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

design structure

Modular refers to a design approach that uses interchangeable components or modules to create a system. This allows for flexibility, scalability, and ease of maintenance. In different fields, it can refer to architecture, software, or educational systems.

Synonyms

composable, flexible, interchangeable

Examples of usage

  • The modular design of the new software makes it easy to update.
  • We built a modular home that can easily be expanded.
  • His approach to modular learning allows students to progress at their own pace.
Context #2 | Noun

system component

In a technical context, a modular unit refers to an individual part of a larger system that can function independently or work with other units. This allows for efficient design and maintenance.

Synonyms

component, module, unit

Examples of usage

  • Each modular in the system can be replaced individually.
  • The modular allows for easy upgrades without overhauling the entire system.

Translations

Translations of the word "modular" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น modular

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‰เคกเฅเคฏเฅ‚เคฒเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช modular

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ modular

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะดัƒะปัŒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ modularny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒขใ‚ธใƒฅใƒฉใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท modulaire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ modular

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท modรผler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ชจ๋“ˆํ˜•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ู…ูˆุฐุฌูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ modulรกrnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ modulรกrny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆจกๅ—ๅŒ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ modularen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรณdรบlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะดัƒะปัŒะดั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ“แƒฃแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ modulyar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ modular

Etymology

The term 'modular' comes from the Latin word 'modulus', which means 'a small measure'. The word evolved through the late Middle Ages in various languages, referring to a measure or standard, eventually acquiring its present connotation of components that can be grouped together. The idea of modularity gained traction in the 20th century, especially in design and manufacturing, promoting efficiency and adaptability. In architecture, modular designs emerged as a response to mass production techniques, allowing for customization and greater functionality. The software industry quickly adopted the concept as well, leading to the development of modular programming, which simplifies code maintenance and encourages reuse. This shift reflected a broader trend of preferring system flexibility and user-centered designs across multiple disciplines.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,181, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.