1. Fit or ready for use or service; SYN. usable, useable, in working order, operable, operational.
2. Relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure or esthetics.
3. Designed for or capable of a particular function or use.
4. Designed for or adapted to a function or use.
5. (Pathology) Involving or affecting function rather than physiology.
ETYM Latin officialis: cf. French officiel. Related to Office, Official.
1. Of or relating to an office.
2. Verified officially.
3. Having official authority or sanction.
4. Conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline; SYN. prescribed.
5. (Of a church) Given official status as a national or state institution.
ETYM Latin officialis a magistrate's servant or attendant: cf.French official. Related to Official, Officer.
1. A worker who holds or is invested with an office; SYN. functionary.
2. Administers rules of a game or sport.