Definition of serial

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  • serial is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 6
  • serial is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 6
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Definition of serial

  • of or relating to the sequential performance of multiple operations (adjective)

    Examples

    1. serial processing

    Synonyms

    1. in series
    2. nonparallel
  • a periodical that appears at scheduled times (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. serial publication
    2. series
  • a serialized set of programs (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. series
  • in regular succession without gaps (adjective)

    Examples

    1. serial concerts

    Synonyms

    1. consecutive
    2. sequent
    3. sequential
    4. successive
  • pertaining to or composed in serial technique (adjective)

    Examples

    1. serial music
  • pertaining to or occurring in or producing a series ()

    Examples

    1. serial monogamy
    2. serial killing
    3. a serial killer
    4. serial publication

See definition of serial in Merriam Webster