1. A distinct component or system that performs a specific function or role within a larger structure or organization
The marketing department is a functional unit within the company.
O departamento de marketing é uma unidade funcional dentro da empresa.
2. In biology and medicine, a group of cells or tissues that work together to perform a specific physiological function
The nephron is the functional unit of the kidney.
O néfron é a unidade funcional do rim.
3. In computing and software engineering, a discrete module or component designed to perform a specific operation
Each functional unit in the CPU handles different types of operations.
Cada unidade funcional na CPU executa diferentes tipos de operações.