function

(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)

what something is used for; "the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"

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"

a relation such that one thing is dependent on another; "height is a function of age"; "price is a function of supply and demand"

a formal or official social gathering or ceremony; "it was a black-tie function"

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"

a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program

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"

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"

perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function; "His wife officiated as his private secretary"