[noun] a mathematical relation such that each element of one set is associated with at least one element of another set Synonyms:mathematical
[noun] what something is used for; "the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?" Synonyms: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" Synonyms: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" Synonyms:affair, occasion, social occasion, social
[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" Synonyms:work, operate, go, run
[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" Synonyms:serve
[verb] perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function; "His wife officiated as his private secretary" Synonyms:officiate
