Meaning of the word functional in English

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functional

US /ˈfʌŋk.ʃən.əl/
UK /ˈfʌŋk.ʃən.əl/
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Adjective

1.

of or having a special activity, purpose, or task; relating to the way in which something works or operates

Example:
The new software has many functional improvements.
The design is both aesthetic and functional.
2.

in working order; operating

Example:
The old machine is still perfectly functional.
After the repair, the car is fully functional again.
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