modularity

noun

mod·​u·​lar·​i·​ty ˌmäjəˈlarə̇tē 

-ler-

plural -es

1

: the use of discrete functional units in building an electronic or mechanical system

2

: a feature of a computer language that allows programs to be composed of modules

Word History

Etymology

modular + -ity

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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Rhymes for modularity

• angularity
• bipolarity
• capillarity
• cellularity
• circularity
• familiarity
• granularity
• insincerity
• insularity
• osmolarity
• popularity
• regularity