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relational

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /rɪˈleɪʃənəl/

relational means: Describing a way of storing computer information in tables that can be linked together.

adjective

DATABASE TABLESC1

Describing a way of storing computer information in tables that can be linked together.

  • We use a relational database.
  • The relational model stores information in tables.
  • She moved the records into a relational system.

Common phrases: relational database, relational model, relational system

CONNECTIONSC1

Connected with the ways people or things are linked to each other.

  • The study examines relational patterns in families.
  • These rights have a relational basis.
  • She takes a relational approach to understanding identity.

Common phrases: relational rights, relational properties, relational approach

SOCIAL INTERACTIONC2

Concerned with how people interact in society, rather than with individual experiences alone.

  • The gallery displayed relational art.
  • Her relational practice brings strangers together to share meals.
  • The exhibition explores relational aesthetics through group activities.

Common phrases: relational art, relational aesthetics, relational practice

FRIENDLYC2

Friendly towards other people and willing to get along peacefully.

  • She has a relational manner with strangers.
  • His relational attitude helped the neighbours settle their disagreement.
  • They remained relational throughout the difficult discussion.

Similar words: friendly, peaceful

Opposites: hostile

Common phrases: relational manner, relational person

Questions about relational

What does relational mean?

Describing a way of storing computer information in tables that can be linked together.

What is relational in other languages?

Türkçe: ilişkisel · Español: relacional · Français: relationnel · Deutsch: relational · Italiano: relazionale · 日本語: リレーショナルな

How do you pronounce relational?

It is pronounced /rɪˈleɪʃənəl/.

How do you use relational in a sentence?

We use a relational database. The relational model stores information in tables.

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