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)mathematical functionsingle-valued functionmapmapping noun · what something is used for“the function of an auger is to bore holes”
noun · the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group“the function of a teacher”
noun · a formal or official social gathering or ceremony of people“the party was quite an affair”
affairoccasionsocial occasionsocial functionsocial gatheringsocial affair noun · a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer programverb · perform as expected when applied“The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in”
verb · serve a purpose, role, or function“The tree stump serves as a table”
verb · perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function“His wife officiated as his private secretary”