modulardesign

noun

UK /ˈmɒd.jə.lə dɪˈzaɪn/

US /ˈmɑː.dʒə.lɚ dɪˈzaɪn/

A way of building things from small parts that can be put together in different ways.

The toy castle uses modular design, so you can add or remove rooms.

SYNONYMS

building-block design component-based design plug-and-play design mix-and-match design

RELATED WORDS

module component assembly flexibility standardization

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In engineering, a design approach where separate standardized units are combined to form a complete system.

The car's modular design lets mechanics replace just the broken part.

3. In software, a way of writing programs as separate pieces that work together.

Thanks to modular design, the team updated one feature without touching the rest.

4. In architecture, a method of constructing buildings from repeated prefabricated sections.

The school was built with modular design, so new classrooms could be added quickly.