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 where modular content can play a big part—by breaking down content into smaller pieces and then repurposing them across different channels. —Nataliya Andreychuk, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025

In contrast, both budgie and human brains work in a more modular fashion. —Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 19 Mar. 2025

Accordingly, what may first appear to be a bare-bones minimalist frame is just the base of a modular system that allows users to opt in to details and accessories that work for them—and say no to the ones that don’t. —Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 18 Mar. 2025

This option offers four modular pieces to outfit your drawers to your beauty and skin-care needs. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 Mar. 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