modular

1 of 2

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

modularity

2 of 2

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

Examples of modular in a Sentence

Adjective

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

Adjective

The goal is to develop a hypersonic glide body that is simpler than current designs, with a modular architecture and a manufacturing-first approach intended to enable rapid scaling while reducing production costs. — David Szondy june 26, New Atlas, 26 June 2026

The company is also adapting the technology for future small modular reactors (SMRs). — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 26 June 2026

An apartment complex being constructed near Denver's Santa De Art District is among the city's modular affordable housing complexes. — Chierstin Roth, CBS News, 25 June 2026

One raises the loan limit for mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration to help first-time homebuyers access them, particularly for prefab and modular homes. — Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

modular + -ity

First Known Use

Adjective

1815, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1937, 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