(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)

what something is used for

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

a relation such that one thing is dependent on another

a formal or official social gathering or ceremony

a vaguely specified social event

a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program

perform as expected when applied

serve a purpose, role, or function

perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function

a call that passes control to a subroutine; after the subroutine is executed control returns to the next instruction in main program

a word that is uninflected and serves a grammatical function but has little identifiable meaning

designed for or capable of a particular function or use

involving or affecting function rather than physiology

relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure

fit or ready for use or service

designed for or adapted to a function or use

(of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing

the study of anatomy in its relation to function

a system of symbolic logic that represents individuals and predicates and quantification over individuals (as well as the relations between propositions)

disorder showing symptoms for which no physiological or anatomical cause can be identified

the branch of genomics that determines the biological function of the genes and their products

a person with some ability to read and write but not enough for daily practical needs

a form of magnetic resonance imaging of the brain that registers blood flow to functioning areas of the brain

a psychology based on the assumption that all mental process are useful to an organism in adapting to the environment

any doctrine that stresses utility or purpose

an adherent of functionalism

capable of serving a purpose well

with respect to function

having reading and writing skills insufficient for ordinary practical needs

a worker who holds or is invested with an office

process or manner of functioning or operating

performing or able to perform its regular function