Function meaning

What does “function” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“function” is a noun and verb with 10 meanings. Its most common meaning is: (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).

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)
Synonymsmathematical function single-valued function map mapping
what something is used for
“the function of an auger is to bore holes”
“ballet is beautiful but what use is it?”
Synonymspurpose role use
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
“the function of a teacher”
“the government must do its part”
Synonymsoffice part role
a relation such that one thing is dependent on another
“height is a function of age”
“price is a function of supply and demand”
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony
“it was a black-tie function”
a vaguely specified social event
“the party was quite an affair”
“an occasion arranged to honor the president”
Synonymsaffair occasion social occasion social function
a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
Synonymsroutine subroutine subprogram procedure

verb

perform as expected when applied
“The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in”
“Does this old car still run well?”
Synonymswork operate go run
Oppositesmalfunction
serve a purpose, role, or function
“The tree stump serves as a table”
“The female students served as a control group”
Synonymsserve
perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
“His wife officiated as his private secretary”
Synonymsofficiate

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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