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function

UK
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
US
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/

Translations

functionnoun
functions
pl
UK
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
US
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
The function of the heart is to pump blood.
Функция сердца заключается в перекачивании крови.
The main function of this tool is to cut wood.
Основное назначение этого инструмента - резать дерево.
The company is hosting a function to celebrate its anniversary.
Компания проводит мероприятие в честь своей годовщины.
Additional translations
роль
действие
работа
церемония
Synonyms
role
purpose
duty
task
activity
operation
mechanism
process
system
service
functionverb
functioned
Past Simple
functioned
Past Participle
functioning
Gerund
UK
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
US
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
The new software is designed to function smoothly on all devices.
Новое программное обеспечение разработано для того, чтобы функционировать без сбоев на всех устройствах.
In this role, you will function as a team leader.
В этой роли вы будете действовать как лидер команды.
Additional translations
служить
выполнять
Synonyms
operate
perform
work
act
serve
execute
run
functionadjective
UK
/ˈfʌŋk.ʃən/
US
/ˈfʌŋk.ʃən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., function room, function key)
Synonyms
ceremonial
formal
official
festive
social

Definitions

functionnoun
A specific activity or purpose of a person or thing.
The function of the heart is to pump blood throughout the body.
A large or formal social event or ceremony.
The annual charity function was attended by many celebrities.
A mathematical relation in which each element of a set is associated with an element of another set.
In the equation y = 2x + 3, y is a function of x.
The action for which a person or thing is particularly fitted or employed.
Her function in the company is to oversee the marketing department.
Computing: a named section of a program that performs a specific task and can be invoked by other parts of the program.
This function calculates the average of the input numbers.
functionverb
To work or operate in a proper or particular way.
The new software is designed to function seamlessly with the existing system.
To serve a specific purpose or role.
The old barn now functions as a community center.
functionadjective
Used before another noun to describe a space, item, or feature intended for or relating to a formal event or specific purpose.
They booked a function room for the wedding reception.
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