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

In the early 2010’s, the concept of a modular smartphone seemed like the natural design conclusion of a period where innovation focussed on how easily a battery could be replaced. —Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025

A day head on every deck, modular furniture manufactured in-house by Bilgin, and details like two pop-up televisions in the main salon to prevent squabbles between younger guests. —Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2025

Here is the future of modular spaces at Nadler Modular — merging innovation with the practical. —Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2025

Small modular nuclear reactors are advanced nuclear reactors that have about one-third generating capacity of traditional nuclear power reactors, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency. —Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 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