serial

adjective C1

Meaning

Pertaining to a sequence or series, "serial" denotes elements that are arranged or occurring in a specific order, often implying a systematic or methodical progression; in various contexts, it may refer to events, publications, or behaviors that unfold ov
💡 While "serial" often implies a chronological arrangement, it is important to distinguish it from "parallel," which refers to simultaneous occurrences; misuse can arise when conflating these terms in contexts such as research methodologies or narrative structures.

Example Sentences

The company faced losses due to serial production delays last quarter .
The serial reports were published every week without any delay .
The serial reports were submitted to the committee for review .
The study analyzed serial patterns in data to identify trends .

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