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 —
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a design that is admired both for its beauty and for its functionality
The cameras are comparable in price and functionality.
a device with new functionalities
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Later, the iPhone combined the functionalities of a phone, an iPod, and the internet into one groundbreaking device.
—Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
Technically, Morgan tells me the scooter has the hardware needed to enable Find My functionality in Apple's tracking app, but Bo hasn't completed Apple's certification process yet, so this capability isn't present currently.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 18 July 2025
Always Active These Cookies and SDKs are required for Service functionality, including security and fraud prevention, and to enable any purchasing capabilities.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 18 July 2025
For extra functionality, both in editing and importing and exporting, both programs support plug-ins.
—Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 16 July 2025
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Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
Technically, Morgan tells me the scooter has the hardware needed to enable Find My functionality in Apple's tracking app, but Bo hasn't completed Apple's certification process yet, so this capability isn't present currently.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 18 July 2025
Always Active These Cookies and SDKs are required for Service functionality, including security and fraud prevention, and to enable any purchasing capabilities.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 18 July 2025
For extra functionality, both in editing and importing and exporting, both programs support plug-ins.
—Michael Muchmore, PC Magazine, 16 July 2025
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“Functionality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/functionality. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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