FUNCTION

FUN ·CTION 2 syllables

A2 · Elementary 📏 8 letters 🎲 Scrabble 13 ✅ valid word

Common in conversation and basic reading.

noun
  1. (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)
  2. what something is used for
  3. the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
  4. a relation such that one thing is dependent on another

💬 Examples

  • "the function of an auger is to bore holes"
  • "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"
  • "the function of a teacher"
  • "the government must do its part"

🔗 Similar words

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verb
  1. perform as expected when applied
  2. serve a purpose, role, or function
  3. perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function

💬 Examples

  • "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"
  • "Does this old car still run well?"
  • "The tree stump serves as a table"
  • "The female students served as a control group"

🔗 Similar words

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