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Functional Characteristics

/ˈfʌŋkʃənl ˌkɛrɪkˈtɛrɪstɪks/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    The specific features or attributes that determine how something functions or operates.

    "The functional characteristics of the software include user-friendliness and efficiency."
  2. 2

    Attributes that describe the capabilities and performance of a system or product.

    "Understanding the functional characteristics of the device is essential for optimal usage."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'functional' originates from the Latin 'functionalis', which means 'pertaining to performance or activity'. 'Characteristics' comes from the Greek 'kharaktēr', meaning 'a distinctive mark or feature'. The combination reflects the attributes or features that define the operation of a system or object.

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