timeless-functional
|time-less-func-tion-al|
/ˈtaɪmləs ˈfʌŋkʃənl/
enduring practicality
Etymology
'timeless-functional' is a compound word combining 'timeless' and 'functional'. 'Timeless' originates from the word 'time' with the suffix '-less', meaning 'without time', and 'functional' comes from 'function', meaning 'practical or useful'.
'Timeless' and 'functional' have been used separately in English since the 16th and 17th centuries, respectively. The combination into 'timeless-functional' is a modern usage to describe design aesthetics.
Initially, 'timeless' meant 'eternal' and 'functional' meant 'practical'. The combination retains these meanings, emphasizing both enduring style and practicality.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
combining the qualities of being timeless and functional, often used to describe designs or objects that are both enduring in style and practical in use.
The timeless-functional design of the chair makes it a popular choice for modern homes.
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Last updated: 2025/03/27 03:19