mono-functional
|mo-no-func-tion-al|
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/ˌmɒnoʊˈfʌŋkʃənəl/
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/ˌmɒnəʊˈfʌŋkʃənəl/
single-purpose
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mono-functional' originates from the Greek prefix 'mono-' meaning 'single' and the Latin word 'functionalis' meaning 'pertaining to a function'.
Historical Evolution
'mono-' combined with 'functionalis' in modern English to form 'mono-functional'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a single function', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having or designed for a single function or purpose.
The device is mono-functional, designed solely for measuring temperature.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45