functionality
noun
func·tion·al·i·ty
ˌfəŋ(k)-shə-ˈna-lə-tē
plural functionalities
: the quality or state of being functional
a design that is admired both for its beauty and for its functionality
especially
: the set of functions or capabilities associated with computer software or hardware or an electronic device
… data management functionalities such as data integrity, security, recoverability and manageability. —Josephine Cheng and Jane Xu
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“Functionality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/functionality. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.
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