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

Students in the district's Apex program helped with the creation of BoulderMOD, a modular factory producing energy-efficient and permanently affordable homes. —Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025

This is powered by a modular solid-state lithium battery design that supports quick replacement and extended runtime. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 Dec. 2025

This modular approach allowed shoe engineers to experiment with different densities and materials in each layer. —Cory Smith, Outside, 3 Dec. 2025

There remains a range of technical challenges before small modular reactors can actually be built and put into use. —Leonel Lagos, The Conversation, 3 Dec. 2025

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