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
: 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
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Rachel Trujillo, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2025
Okay, yes, six pieces seem like a lot for a small sectional sofa.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 26 Feb. 2025
Jack Murtagh, Scientific American, 4 Feb. 2025
Female wrestlers who qualify are permitted to compete in the mixed gender sectional tournament.
—Danny Ventura, Boston Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
One shopper noted the quality and fabric on this sectional sofa, saying that the beautiful and versatile couch can liven up any room.
—Rachel Trujillo, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2025
Okay, yes, six pieces seem like a lot for a small sectional sofa.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 26 Feb. 2025
Noun
This is a huge upgrade from the semicircle, akin to moving from a love seat to a sectional.
—Jack Murtagh, Scientific American, 4 Feb. 2025
Female wrestlers who qualify are permitted to compete in the mixed gender sectional tournament.
—Danny Ventura, Boston Herald, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Sectional.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sectional. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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