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

Upgrade your outdoor space with a spacious sectional, adjustable lounge chairs, and durable dining sets for alfresco meals. —Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026

In the living space, a TV area complete with a sectional sofa also makes a cozy spot to enjoy a movie or soak in the outdoor scenery. —Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 8 Apr. 2026

Noun

Jansma aims to be a beacon for the Vikings, who compete in a Class 3A sectional that includes Hanover Central, the state runner-up last season, as well as Lowell and Kankakee Valley. —Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026

Our favorite finds include outdoor sectionals, modern conversation sets, stylish storage ottomans, and more. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 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