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facultative

Facultative (adj) means of or relating to faculty, especially to mental faculty.

adj
1
Of or relating to faculty, especially to mental faculty.
2
Not obligate; optional, discretionary or elective.
3
That grants permission or power to do something.
4
Able to perform a particular life function, or to live generally, in more than one way.
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Etymology

From French facultatif. By surface analysis, faculty + -ative.

Rhymes for facultative

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of facultative?

"facultative" (adj) means of or relating to faculty, especially to mental faculty.

What are the different meanings of facultative?

"facultative" has 3 main meanings: 1. Of or relating to faculty, especially to mental faculty; 2. Not obligate; optional, discretionary or elective; 3. That grants permission or power to do something.

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