adjective
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composed of several sections
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of or relating to a section
Other Word Forms
- multisectional adjective
- nonsectional adjective
- nonsectionally adverb
- sectionally adverb
- unsectional adjective
- unsectionally adverb
Etymology
Origin of sectional
Example Sentences
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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
Meanwhile, Northern states began gradual emancipation, making slavery a sectional institution dividing North from South.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025
Tyran Stokes, Sherman Oaks Notre Dame, 6-7, Jr.: He helped the Knights reach the Open Division sectional and regional finals by averaging 21.1 points and 9.4 rebounds and shooting 53% from the field.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2025
The 17-year-old McIntosh finished almost 6 seconds ahead of Ledecky at a sectional meet in Orlando on Thursday, becoming the second-fastest female in the history of a grueling event that Ledecky has dominated.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2024
Momma has her arm around me on the sectional and won’t let go.
From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas
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