function

1 of 2

noun

func·tion ˈfəŋ(k)-shən How to pronounce function (audio)

: professional or official position : occupation

His job combines the functions of a manager and a worker.

: the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists : purpose

: any of a group of related actions contributing to a larger action

especially : the normal and specific contribution of a bodily part to the economy of a living organism

The function of the heart is to pump blood through the body.

: an official or formal ceremony or social gathering

They went to several functions during their college reunion weekend.

: a mathematical correspondence that assigns exactly one element of one set to each element of the same or another set

: a variable (such as a quality, trait, or measurement) that depends on and varies with another

height is a function of age

also : result

illnesses that are a function of stress

: characteristic behavior of a chemical compound due to a particular reactive unit

also : functional group

: a computer subroutine

specifically : one that performs a calculation with variables (see variable entry 2 sense 1a) provided by a program and supplies the program with a single result

functionless

ˈfəŋ(k)-shən-ləs How to pronounce function (audio)

adjective

function

2 of 2

verb

functioned; functioning ˈfəŋ(k)-sh(ə-)niŋ How to pronounce function (audio)

intransitive verb

: to have a function : serve

an attributive noun functions as an adjective

: to carry on a function or be in action : operate

Example Sentences

Noun The function of the heart is to pump blood through the body. He believes that the true function of art is to tell the truth. What functions do these programs fulfill? infants learning to control their bodily functions The instrument is chiefly used to measure and record heart function. The design achieves a perfect blend of form and function. His job combines the functions of a manager and a worker. Her chief function is to provide expert legal advice. They went to several functions during their college reunion weekend. Verb The new machine functions well. His bad health has prevented him from being able to function effectively in recent weeks. Her heart now seems to be functioning normally. The computer network is not yet fully functioning. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The student was arrested on two charges: possession of a firearm on school property, a felony, and misdemeanor disruption of a school function.

Jeff Weiner, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Sep. 2022 Google and Alexa, too Home Assistant can provide a similar kind of gateway function to Google Assistant and the Google Home app—and to Amazon's Alexa devices and apps.

Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 22 Aug. 2022 No evidence has emerged to support such a theory and the NIH consistently has denied any ties to organizational funding and gain-of-function research in Wuhan.

Gregory Svirnovskiy, The Arizona Republic, 22 Aug. 2022 For materialists like himself, Danielsson says the collapse of a wave function in quantum mechanics is a result of an interaction with another physical system.

Robert Lea, Popular Mechanics, 16 Aug. 2022 Most of the recent controversy over gain-of-function research has focused on research that makes viruses more deadly.

Steven Salzberg, Forbes, 15 Aug. 2022 Under California law, death can be determined by the loss of all brain function and in accordance with accepted medical standards.

Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2022 Although household balance sheets remain in a position of relative strength, there is a fear factor at work, said Tamara Charm, partner and leader of the insights function at consulting firm McKinsey.

Martha C. White For Cnn Business, CNN, 12 Aug. 2022 The brake fluid reservoir cap may not vent properly, creating a vacuum inside the brake fluid reservoir, and resulting in a brake fluid leak that may lead to a partial or total loss of brake function.

Detroit Free Press, 12 Aug. 2022

Verb

The research community is excited about the potential of DNA to function as long-term archival storage.

John Timmer, Ars Technica, 15 Sep. 2022 It’s not just a handheld console—it’s a PC that sometimes requires workarounds and tweaks for things to function properly.

Wired, 28 July 2022 Tonia Reis, director of Edelman's Trust Barometer surveys, said trust is a precious commodity that's vital for the economy and government to function.

David Klepper, ajc, 9 July 2022 Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends at least seven hours of sleep per night for adults, some people are able to function with a bit less.

L'oreal Thompson Payton, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2022 Talks to resolve the problem have so far proved fruitless, said the Israeli official, who expressed pessimism as to whether the Jewish Agency would be able to continue to function in Russia.

Dov Lieber, WSJ, 18 Aug. 2022 And in some cases, the lightest shade on a paint card could function as a white does when juxtaposed with your wall color.

Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2022 Sports events function as a public-relations exercise and form a key part of the Saudi government’s long-term plan to transform the country and its reputation.

Morgan Campbell, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2022 Pages can function like a Word document, spreadsheet or a file-storage system.

Maddie Ellis, WSJ, 18 Aug. 2022 See More

Kids Definition

function 1 of 2

noun

func·tion ˈfəŋk-shən How to pronounce function (audio)

: the action for which a person or thing is designed or used : purpose

What function does this tool serve?

: a large important ceremony or social affair

: a mathematical relationship that assigns exactly one element of one set to each element of the same or another set

function

2 of 2

verb

functioned; functioning

: to serve a certain purpose : work

The new machine functions well.

The couch can also function as a bed.

单词	functions
释义	function 1 of 2 noun func·tion ˈfəŋ(k)-shən 1 : professional or official position : occupation His job combines the functions of a manager and a worker. 2 : the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists : purpose 3 : any of a group of related actions contributing to a larger action especially : the normal and specific contribution of a bodily part to the economy of a living organism The function of the heart is to pump blood through the body. 4 : an official or formal ceremony or social gathering They went to several functions during their college reunion weekend. 5 a : a mathematical correspondence that assigns exactly one element of one set to each element of the same or another set b : a variable (such as a quality, trait, or measurement) that depends on and varies with another height is a function of age also : result illnesses that are a function of stress 6 : characteristic behavior of a chemical compound due to a particular reactive unit also : functional group 7 : a computer subroutine specifically : one that performs a calculation with variables (see variable entry 2 sense 1a) provided by a program and supplies the program with a single result functionless ˈfəŋ(k)-shən-ləs adjective function 2 of 2 verb functioned; functioning ˈfəŋ(k)-sh(ə-)niŋ intransitive verb 1 : to have a function : serve an attributive noun functions as an adjective 2 : to carry on a function or be in action : operate Synonyms Noun affair bash binge blast blowout do event fete fête get-together party reception shindig Verb act perform serve work See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun The function of the heart is to pump blood through the body. He believes that the true function of art is to tell the truth. What functions do these programs fulfill? infants learning to control their bodily functions The instrument is chiefly used to measure and record heart function. The design achieves a perfect blend of form and function. His job combines the functions of a manager and a worker. Her chief function is to provide expert legal advice. They went to several functions during their college reunion weekend. Verb The new machine functions well. His bad health has prevented him from being able to function effectively in recent weeks. Her heart now seems to be functioning normally. The computer network is not yet fully functioning. See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun The student was arrested on two charges: possession of a firearm on school property, a felony, and misdemeanor disruption of a school function. Jeff Weiner, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Sep. 2022 Google and Alexa, too Home Assistant can provide a similar kind of gateway function to Google Assistant and the Google Home app—and to Amazon's Alexa devices and apps. Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 22 Aug. 2022 No evidence has emerged to support such a theory and the NIH consistently has denied any ties to organizational funding and gain-of-function research in Wuhan. Gregory Svirnovskiy, The Arizona Republic, 22 Aug. 2022 For materialists like himself, Danielsson says the collapse of a wave function in quantum mechanics is a result of an interaction with another physical system. Robert Lea, Popular Mechanics, 16 Aug. 2022 Most of the recent controversy over gain-of-function research has focused on research that makes viruses more deadly. Steven Salzberg, Forbes, 15 Aug. 2022 Under California law, death can be determined by the loss of all brain function and in accordance with accepted medical standards. Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2022 Although household balance sheets remain in a position of relative strength, there is a fear factor at work, said Tamara Charm, partner and leader of the insights function at consulting firm McKinsey. Martha C. White For Cnn Business, CNN, 12 Aug. 2022 The brake fluid reservoir cap may not vent properly, creating a vacuum inside the brake fluid reservoir, and resulting in a brake fluid leak that may lead to a partial or total loss of brake function. Detroit Free Press, 12 Aug. 2022 Verb The research community is excited about the potential of DNA to function as long-term archival storage. John Timmer, Ars Technica, 15 Sep. 2022 It’s not just a handheld console—it’s a PC that sometimes requires workarounds and tweaks for things to function properly. Wired, 28 July 2022 Tonia Reis, director of Edelman's Trust Barometer surveys, said trust is a precious commodity that's vital for the economy and government to function. David Klepper, ajc, 9 July 2022 Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends at least seven hours of sleep per night for adults, some people are able to function with a bit less. L'oreal Thompson Payton, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2022 Talks to resolve the problem have so far proved fruitless, said the Israeli official, who expressed pessimism as to whether the Jewish Agency would be able to continue to function in Russia. Dov Lieber, WSJ, 18 Aug. 2022 And in some cases, the lightest shade on a paint card could function as a white does when juxtaposed with your wall color. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2022 Sports events function as a public-relations exercise and form a key part of the Saudi government’s long-term plan to transform the country and its reputation. Morgan Campbell, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2022 Pages can function like a Word document, spreadsheet or a file-storage system. Maddie Ellis, WSJ, 18 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun and Verb Latin function-, functio performance, from fungi to perform; probably akin to Sanskrit bhuṅkte he enjoys First Known Use Noun 1533, in the meaning defined at sense 2 Verb 1856, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing function a function of Bessel function cumulative distribution function composite function discriminant function density function distribution function executive function function key exponential function function word logarithmic function power function probability density function probability function propositional function rational function step function trigonometric function hyperbolic function circular function sentential function inverse function linear function See More a function of Bessel function cumulative distribution function composite function discriminant function density function distribution function executive function function key exponential function function word logarithmic function power function probability density function probability function propositional function rational function step function trigonometric function hyperbolic function circular function sentential function inverse function linear function See More Kids Definition function 1 of 2 noun func·tion ˈfəŋk-shən 1 : the action for which a person or thing is designed or used : purpose What function does this tool serve? 2 : a large important ceremony or social affair 3 : a mathematical relationship that assigns exactly one element of one set to each element of the same or another set function 2 of 2 verb functioned; functioning : to serve a certain purpose : work The new machine functions well. The couch can also function as a bed. Medical Definition function 1 of 2 noun func·tion ˈfəŋ(k)-shən : any of a group of related actions contributing to a larger action especially : the normal and specific contribution of a bodily part to the economy of a living organism see vital function function 2 of 2 intransitive verb functioned; functioning -sh(ə-)niŋ : to have a function shivering functions to maintain the heat of the body functions 1 of 2 noun plural of function 1 as in events a social gathering made a brief appearance at the annual holiday function Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance events parties receptions celebrations bashes affairs dances fetes shindigs benefits galas blowouts balls get-togethers occasions dos blasts binges fêtes do's formals proms suppers socials masquerades fund-raisers tea parties teas cocktail parties mixers house parties symposia saturnalias soirees hen parties orgies clambakes showers bakes symposiums housewarmings bacchanals keg parties salons bacchanalia keggers icebreakers stags klatches soirées meet and greets klatsches kaffeeklatsches 2 as in positions an assignment at which one regularly works for pay what's your function in this company? Synonyms & Similar Words positions jobs situations capacities appointments places employments connections posts works employs duties offices tasks berths billets services professions occupations pursuits businesses callings spots vocations missions practices postings engagements careers gigs trades livings rackets lines livelihoods lifeworks practises Antonyms & Near Antonyms avocations unemployments 3 as in purposes the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists that machine's function is to sort bolts by size Synonyms & Similar Words purposes roles tasks works jobs parts capacities positions places missions activities duties businesses rôles concerns services responsibilities situations offices affairs hands involvements occupations uses pursuits vocations participations assignments callings niches posts employs commissions charges functions 2 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of function as in acts to have a certain purpose the heart functions as a pump for the blood Synonyms & Similar Words acts serves works performs operates controls handles regulates guides manages runs directs administers supervises oversees carries on
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