Definition of function

noun (n)

• (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) (noun.linkdef)

  Synonym: map, mapping, mathematical function, single-valued function
  

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• what something is used for (noun.attribute)

  Synonym: purpose, role, use
  

  Example:
  The function of an auger is to bore holes.
  

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• the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group (noun.act)

  Synonym: office, part, role
  

  Example:
  The function of a teacher.
  

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• a relation such that one thing is dependent on another (noun.linkdef)

  Example:
  Height is a function of age.
  Price is a function of supply and demand.
  

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• a formal or official social gathering or ceremony (noun.group)

  Example:
  It was a black-tie function.
  

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• a vaguely specified social event (noun.event)

  Synonym: affair, occasion, social function, social occasion
  

  Example:
  A seemingly endless round of social functions.
  

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• a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program (noun.communication)

  Synonym: procedure, routine, subprogram, subroutine
  

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• The act of executing or performing any duty, office, or calling; performance. (noun)

  source: webster1913
• A religious ceremony, esp. one particularly impressive and elaborate. (noun)

  source: webster1913

verb (v)

• perform as expected when applied (verb.contact)

  Synonym: go, operate, run, work
  Antonym: malfunction, misfunction
  

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• serve a purpose, role, or function (verb.stative)

  Synonym: serve
  

  Example:
  The table functions as a desk.
  

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• perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function (verb.competition)

  Synonym: officiate
  

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• To execute or perform a function; to transact one's regular or appointed business. (verb)

  source: webster1913

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