modular

adjective

mod·​u·​lar ˈmä-jə-lər 

1

: of, relating to, or based on a module or a modulus

2

: constructed with standardized units or dimensions for flexibility and variety in use

modular furniture

modularity

ˌmä-jə-ˈler-ə-tē 

-ˈla-rə-tē

noun

modularly

ˈmä-jə-lər-lē 

adverb

Examples of modular in a Sentence

In many offices, desks are separated by modular walls that can be moved around.

a factory that produces modular homes

Recent Examples on the Web

This is why many common bricks are referred to as modular. —Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026

Designed for high-traffic service roles, the modular robot features reconfigurable faces and body panels for rapid character swaps. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026

Small modular reactors are a type of nuclear reactor that can generate a smaller amount of power than a traditional reactor. —ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026

The battery tech is also slightly different in each aircraft, with the VoloXPro offering a modular system that enables three battery configurations. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing modular

• modular arithmetic

Rhymes for modular

• nodular

Kids Definition

modular

adjective

mod·​u·​lar ˈmäj-ə-lər 

1

: of, relating to, or based on a module or modulus

2

: constructed in similar sizes or with similar units for flexibility and variety in use