Function

• the act of using

• what something is used for

• a particular service

• (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing

• (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition

• exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage

• (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property

• put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

• take or consume (regularly or habitually)

• use up, consume fully

• seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage

• avail oneself to

• habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense)

• an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

• what something is used for

• the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose

• propose or intend

• reach a decision

• a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body

• something that people do or cause to happen

• a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet

• a short performance that is part of a longer program

• a manifestation of insincerity

• perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

• behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself

• play a role or part

• discharge one's duties

• pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind

• be suitable for theatrical performance

• have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected

• be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure

• behave unnaturally or affectedly

• perform on a stage or theater