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sectional

American  
[sek-shuh-nl] / ˈsɛk ʃə nl /

adjective

  1. pertaining or limited to a particular section; local or regional.

    sectional politics.

  2. composed of several independent sections.

    a sectional sofa.

  3. of or relating to a section.

    a sectional view of the machine.


noun

  1. a sofa composed of several independent sections that can be arranged individually or in various combinations.

sectional British  
/ ˈsɛkʃənəl /

adjective

  1. composed of several sections

  2. of or relating to a section

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of sectional

An Americanism dating back to 1800–10; section + -al 1

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Anthony was attempting to re-tension the electrically-operated sectional overhead doors at the site using an industrial wrench when the tool slipped, according to the HSE.

From BBC Jun. 23, 2026

A third level of the property features a very cozy den, with a large sectional couch at its center, as well as a reading nook in the window and a small dining space.

From MarketWatch Jun. 4, 2026

Most previous studies on aging and physical performance relied on cross sectional comparisons between different age groups.

From Science Daily May 15, 2026

My room was large, with a sectional sofa, two TVs and a balcony overlooking the pool with partial views of the Strip.

From Salon Mar. 7, 2026

Although the sectional battle lines were clearly drawn in the debate, the position of the Virginia delegation was equivocal.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis

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