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mod⋅u⋅lar⋅i⋅ty

[moj-uh-lar-i-tee, mod-yuh-]
–noun
the use of individually distinct functional units, as in assembling an electronic or mechanical system.

Origin:
1935–40; modular + -ity
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mod·u·lar   (mŏj'ə-lər)   
adj.  
  1. Of, relating to, or based on a module or modulus.

  2. Designed with standardized units or dimensions, as for easy assembly and repair or flexible arrangement and use: modular furniture; modular homes.

  3. Mathematics

    1. Of or relating to fields having a characteristic greater than zero.

    2. Of or relating to structured equivalence classes.

mod'u·lar n., mod'u·lar'i·ty (-lār'ĭ-tē) n., mod'u·lar·ly adv.
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