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Function
01
a loosely defined social gathering or occasion
Examples
He attended a small function at his friend's house.
There was a function at the community center last night.
02
the purpose or intended use of something
Examples
The function of the lever is to lift heavy objects.
Understanding the function of each organ is essential in biology.
03
(mathematics) a quantity whose value changes according to another quantity's varying value
Examples
In calculus, a function represents a relationship between input and output variables, often denoted as f(x ).
The sine function oscillates between -1 and 1 as its input varies over the real numbers.
04
the actions, duties, or responsibilities expected of a person or group
Examples
Teaching is her main function at the school.
One of his functions is to manage the finances.
05
a defined sequence of instructions forming part of a larger program
Examples
The program includes a function to calculate totals.
Call the function whenever you need to process the data.
06
an official or ceremonious event held for a specific purpose
Examples
The gala was a grand function attended by dignitaries.
Invitations were sent for the official function.
07
a relation in which one quantity depends on another
Examples
The graph represents the function visually.
The function shows how temperature changes with altitude.
to function
01
to work or perform properly
Intransitive: to function in a specific manner
Examples
I hope the new software update will improve the way my smartphone functions.
Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure that your car continues to function smoothly.
02
to operate or perform according to an intended purpose
Intransitive: to function as sth
Examples
The organization aims to function as a catalyst for positive social change in the community.
The smartphone is designed to function as a versatile tool for communication and productivity.
03
to perform the duties or tasks that are associated with a particular office, position, or place
Intransitive: to function as a role
Examples
As the CEO, her main responsibility is to function as the leader of the company, making strategic decisions.
The mayor functions as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal affairs and policies.
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