English to English
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)
source: WordNet 3.0
- what something is used for
The function of an auger is to bore holes.
Ballet is beautiful but what use is it?.
source: WordNet 3.0
- 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.
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- a relation such that one thing is dependent on another
Height is a function of age.
Price is a function of supply and demand.
source: WordNet 3.0
- a formal or official social gathering or ceremony
It was a black-tie function.
source: WordNet 3.0
- 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.
source: WordNet 3.0
- a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
source: WordNet 3.0
- The act of executing or performing any duty, office, or calling; performance.
source: Webster 1913
- A religious ceremony, esp. one particularly impressive and elaborate.
source: Webster 1913
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.
source: WordNet 3.0
- 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.
source: WordNet 3.0
- perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
His wife officiated as his private secretary.
source: WordNet 3.0
- To execute or perform a function; to transact one's regular or appointed business.
source: Webster 1913
English to Tagalog
noun
- [fúnccion] Katungkulan; tungkúlin
source: Diccionario Ingles-Español-Tagalog
