English dictionary
function
nounPronunciation
ˈfʌŋ(k)ʃən
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
noun
- what something is used for
noun
- a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
noun
- a formal or official social gathering or ceremony of people
noun
- a formal or official social gathering or ceremony
noun
- a relation such that one thing is dependent on another
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)
verb
- perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
verb
- perform as expected when applied
verb
- serve a purpose, role, or function
Example sentences
the function of a teacher
the government must do its part
play its role
the function of an auger is to bore holes
ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
the party was quite an affair
an occasion arranged to honor the president
a seemingly endless round of social functions
it was a black-tie function
height is a function of age
price is a function of supply and demand
His wife officiated as his private secretary
The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
Does this old car still run well?
This old radio doesn't work anymore
The tree stump serves as a table
The female students served as a control group
This table would serve very well
His freedom served him well
The table functions as a desk