functions

function[ 'fʌnkʃənz ]

• n.
  • a mathematical relation such that each element of one set is associated with at least one element of another set

    同义词：mathematical function

  • what something is used for

    "the function of an auger is to bore holes"

    同义词：purposeroleuse

  • the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group

    "the function of a teacher"

    同义词：officepartrole

  • 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

    "a seemingly endless round of social functions"

    同义词：affairoccasionsocial occasionsocial function

  • a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program

    同义词：routinesubroutinesubprogramprocedure

• v.
  • perform as expected when applied

    同义词：workoperategorun

  • serve a purpose, role, or function

    "The table functions as a desk"

    同义词：serve

  • perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function

    同义词：officiate