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Function

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Definitions for Function

noun
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
Synonyms
mathematical function single-valued function map mapping
noun
what something is used for
Synonyms
purpose role use
Examples
  1. the function of an auger is to bore holes
  2. ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
noun
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
Synonyms
office part role
Examples
  1. the function of a teacher
  2. the government must do its part
  3. play its role
noun
a relation such that one thing is dependent on another
Examples
  1. height is a function of age
  2. price is a function of supply and demand
noun
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony
Examples
  1. it was a black-tie function
noun
a vaguely specified social event
Synonyms
affair occasion social occasion social function
Examples
  1. the party was quite an affair
  2. an occasion arranged to honor the president
  3. a seemingly endless round of social functions
noun
a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
Synonyms
routine subroutine subprogram procedure
verb
perform as expected when applied
Synonyms
work operate go run
Examples
  1. The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
  2. Does this old car still run well?
  3. This old radio doesn't work anymore
verb
serve a purpose, role, or function
Synonyms
serve
Examples
  1. The tree stump serves as a table
  2. The female students served as a control group
  3. This table would serve very well
  4. His freedom served him well
  5. The table functions as a desk
verb
perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
Synonyms
officiate
Examples
  1. His wife officiated as his private secretary

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