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- pronunciation:
- fuhngk
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- parts of speech:
- noun, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the purpose or role that an object or person fulfills or is suited for, or a typical action or activity carried out in fulfillment of a role.
The function of a paper clip is to fasten things together.Listening to the confession of sins is one of the functions of a Catholic priest.- synonyms:
- purpose, role, use
- similar words:
- activity, application, capacity, charge, duty, job, mission, niche, office, perform, place, province, sphere, task
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| definition 2: |
a social or official gathering, usu. elaborate and formal.
He hates attending functions where he has to wear a tuxedo.- synonyms:
- affair, event, occasion, reception
- similar words:
- banquet, celebration, festivity, fete, formal, gala, meeting, party
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| definition 3: |
a factor or quality that is dependent upon one or more other factors or qualities.
Sweetness is a function of the amount of sugar that is added.- synonyms:
- factor
- similar words:
- consequence, contingency, product, result
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| definition 4: |
in grammar, part of speech or grammatical role.
This word's function in the sentence is that of a noun.- synonyms:
- part of speech
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| related words: |
business, capacity, ceremony, intention, occasion, part, work |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| inflections: |
functions, functioning, functioned |
| definition: |
to run or operate, esp. in a manner that is desired or considered normal.
The heart functions by pumping blood.He really can't function since his wife died.The city cannot function without electricity.I don't function well if I don't get enough sleep.- synonyms:
- act, go, operate, run, work
- similar words:
- behave, cope, deal, perform, serve
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| related words: |
operate, respond, ride, take |
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| derivations: |
functioning (adj.), functionless (adj.) |
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