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FUNCTIONS

(noun, verb)

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There are 10 meanings of the word Functions.

How to pronounce functions:

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Functions - as a 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)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
map7mapping14mathematical functionsingle-valued function
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mathematical relation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

What something is used for

Example: "The function of an auger is to bore holes"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
purpose11role4use3
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
usefulness13utility10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group

Example: "The function of a teacher"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
office14part6role4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
duty8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A relation such that one thing is dependent on another

Example: "Height is a function of age"

A formal or official social gathering or ceremony

Example: "It was a black-tie function"

A formal or official social gathering or ceremony of people

Example: "The party was quite an affair"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affair12occasion12social functionsocial occasion
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social event
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Functions - as a verb

Perform as expected when applied

Example: "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
go3operate9run3work11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
malfunction18

Serve a purpose, role, or function

Example: "The tree stump serves as a table"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
serve8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
answer9do3serve8suffice15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function

Example: "His wife officiated as his private secretary"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
officiate17

Example Sentences

"One of the functions of the heart is to pump blood throughout the body."
"One of the brain's functions is to process information and control body movements."
"One of the functions of the immune system is to protect the body from infections."
"The computer program contains several nested functions."
"The CEO has multiple functions within the organization."
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Word Game Points

Is FUNCTIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, functions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FUNCTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is FUNCTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, functions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FUNCTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is FUNCTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, functions is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FUNCTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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