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Function
01
a loosely defined social gathering or occasion
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She invited me to a function but did n't give details.
02
the purpose or intended use of something
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The function of the key is to unlock the door.
03
functie
(mathematics) a quantity whose value changes according to another quantity's varying value
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Engineers use mathematical functions to model and predict the behavior of physical systems.
Ingenieurs gebruiken wiskundige functies om het gedrag van fysieke systemen te modelleren en te voorspellen.
04
the actions, duties, or responsibilities expected of a person or group
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The manager explained the functions of each department.
05
a defined sequence of instructions forming part of a larger program
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Each function in the code performs a specific task.
06
an official or ceremonious event held for a specific purpose
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The award function was held at the city hall.
07
a relation in which one quantity depends on another
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Linear functions have a constant rate of change.
to function
01
functioneren, werken
to work or perform properly
Intransitive: to function in a specific manner
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After a thorough cleaning, the computer 's operating system began to function more responsively.
Na een grondige reiniging begon het besturingssysteem van de computer responsiever te functioneren.
02
functioneren, werken
to operate or perform according to an intended purpose
Intransitive: to function as sth
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The new law will function as a deterrent against illegal activities in the area.
De nieuwe wet zal fungeren als een afschrikmiddel tegen illegale activiteiten in het gebied.
03
functioneren, vervullen
to perform the duties or tasks that are associated with a particular office, position, or place
Intransitive: to function as a role
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In a parliamentary system, the Prime Minister functions as the head of government and leader of the ruling party.
In een parlementair systeem fungeren de premier als regeringsleider en leider van de regerende partij.
Lexicale Boom
function
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