Define relational. relational synonyms, relational pronunciation, relational translation, English dictionary definition of relational. adj. 1. Of or arising from kinship.
There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the word relational, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
existing or considered in relation to something else. Definition of relational adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
(art) Dealing with the whole of human relations and their social context, rather than an independent and private space. (linguistics) Pertaining to a relational adjective, i.e. an adjective that relates what it modifies to a noun rather than qualifying it. From Relation + -al.
Relational, in a general context, refers to anything that establishes, involves, or characterizes the mutual connection, association, or relationship between two or more entities, elements, objects, or concepts.
