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)
Synonym: map, mapping, mathematical function, single-valued function
noun.
what something is used for
the function of an auger is to bore holes|ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
Synonym: purpose, role, use
noun.
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|play its role
Synonym: office, part, role
noun.
a relation such that one thing is dependent on another
height is a function of age|price is a function of supply and demand
noun.
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony
it was a black-tie function
noun.
a vaguely specified social event
the party was quite an affair|an occasion arranged to honor the president|a seemingly endless round of social functions
Synonym: social occasion, social function, occasion, affair
noun.
a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
Synonym: subroutine, subprogram, routine, 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?|This old radio doesn't work anymore
Synonym: go, operate, run, work
verb.
serve a purpose, role, or function
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
Synonym: serve
verb.
perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
His wife officiated as his private secretary
Synonym: officiate
Antonym: malfunction