sectional

1 of 2

adjective

sec·​tion·​al ˈsek-sh(ə-)nəl 

1

a

: of or relating to a section

b

: local or regional rather than general in character

sectional interests

2

: consisting of or divided into sections

sectional furniture

sectionally adverb

sectional

2 of 2

noun

: a piece of furniture made up of modular units capable of use separately or in various combinations

Examples of sectional in a Sentence

Adjective

a sectional drawing of a ship

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Available in performance fabric and three leg finishes, this sectional couch is ideal for a tiny living space and a major upgrade from a smaller loveseat thanks to the chaise addition. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 16 July 2026

Shop 10 new finds that’ll give your space a facelift without the heavy lifting, including a patio-ready fire pit table, luxe sectional sofa, and cooling Laura Ashley sheets. — Better Homes & Gardens, 11 July 2026

Noun

The best-selling Abisko sectional from Article is made even more beautiful by colorful, performance velvet upholstery. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 16 July 2026

Luckily, dozens of wicker outdoor furniture pieces are on sale during Amazon Prime Day, including wicker furniture sets, side tables, sectionals, porch swings, and more. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1806, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun

1901, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sectional

• affectional
• correctional
• directional
• inflectional
• bidirectional
• intersectional
• multidirectional
• omnidirectional
• unidirectional

Kids Definition

sectional

adjective

sec·​tion·​al

ˈsek-shnəl, 

-shən-ᵊl

1

a

: of or relating to a section

b

: local or regional in type

sectional interests

2

: consisting of or divided into sections

sectional furniture

sectionally

-ē

adverb