Definitions

from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.

  • adjective Not having or performing a function.
  • adjective Not performing or able to perform its regular function.

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  • adjective Not functional; useless; broken.

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  • adjective not performing or able to perform its regular function
  • adjective not having or performing a function

Etymologies

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non- +‎ functional

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Examples

  • Symbolism, on the other hand, refers to the nonfunctional experiential aspects of the space.

    MARKETING AESTHETICS BERND SCHMITT 1997

  • Symbolism, on the other hand, refers to the nonfunctional experiential aspects of the space.

    MARKETING AESTHETICS BERND SCHMITT 1997

  • Symbolism, on the other hand, refers to the nonfunctional experiential aspects of the space.

    MARKETING AESTHETICS BERND SCHMITT 1997

  • What I'm more interested in is the term "nonfunctional" that Fitzgerald wields against Lethem's writing.

    "Unidentified Objects" by James P. Blaylock 2004

  • What I'm more interested in is the term "nonfunctional" that Fitzgerald wields against Lethem's writing.

    Archive 2004-03-01 2004

  • USBDeview lets you see and edit the USB device list, which can kick start a USB device from "nonfunctional" to "working" with just a few clicks.

    Netvouz - new bookmarks 2009

  • Calling the SEC "nonfunctional" and harmful to the reputation of the U.S. as a global financial leader, Markopolos recommended ways to revamp the agency, including replacing its senior staff and establishing a central office to receive complaints from whistleblowers.

    NewsObserver.com - Home 2009

  • "nonfunctional" and harmful to the reputation of the U.S. as a global financial leader.

    The Herald | HeraldOnline.com - Front 2009

  • "nonfunctional" and harmful to the reputation of the U.S. as a global financial leader.

    Newsvine - Get Smarter Here 2009

  • The [www. utorrentmui.com] website appears to be nonfunctional. ssvarc drjayphd

    Lifehacker Pack 2009: Essential Free Windows Downloads | Lifehacker Australia 2009

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