functional


functional (http://definr.com/functional)

     adj 1: designed for or capable of a particular function or use; "a
            style of writing in which every word is functional";
            "functional architecture" [ant: nonfunctional]
     2: (pathology) involving or affecting function rather than
        physiology; "functional deafness" [ant: organic]
     3: relating to or based on function especially as opposed to
        structure; "the problem now is not a constitutional one;
        it is a functional one"; "delegates elected on a
        functional rather than a geographical basis"
     4: fit or ready for use or service; "the toaster was still
        functional even after being dropped"; "the lawnmower is a
        bit rusty but still usable"; "an operational aircraft";
        "the dishwasher is now in working order" [syn: usable, useable,
         in working order(p), operable, operational]
     5: designed for or adapted to a function or use; "functional
        education selects knowledge that is concrete and usable
        rather than abstract and theoretical"; "functional
        architecture"
     6: (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing; "in
        running (or working) order"; "a functional set of brakes"
        [syn: running(a), operative, working(a)]