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1. function
noun. ['ˈfʌŋkʃən'] (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
Etymology
- function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- fonction (French)
Rhymes with Metric Function
- malfunction
- dysfunction
- conjunction
- compunction
- injunction
- junction
2. function
noun. ['ˈfʌŋkʃən'] what something is used for.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- fonction (French)
3. function
noun. ['ˈfʌŋkʃən'] the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group.
Antonyms
Etymology
- function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- fonction (French)
4. function
verb. ['ˈfʌŋkʃən'] perform as expected when applied.
Etymology
- function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- fonction (French)
5. function
verb. ['ˈfʌŋkʃən'] serve a purpose, role, or function.
Etymology
- function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- fonction (French)
6. function
verb. ['ˈfʌŋkʃən'] perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function.
Synonyms
Etymology
- function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- fonction (French)
7. function
noun. ['ˈfʌŋkʃən'] a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program.
Synonyms
- utility routine
- software system
- procedure
- routine
- service routine
- reusable routine
- subroutine
- recursive routine
- program
- library routine
- tracing routine
- programme
- computer software
- cataloged procedure
- random number generator
- executive routine
- computer programme
- subprogram
- computer program
- package
- software package
- contingency procedure
- software
- software program
Antonyms
Etymology
- function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- fonction (French)
8. function
noun. ['ˈfʌŋkʃən'] a relation such that one thing is dependent on another.
Antonyms
Etymology
- function (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- fonction (French)
9. metric
noun. ['ˈmɛtrɪk'] a function of a topological space that gives, for any two points in the space, a value equal to the distance between them.
Antonyms
Etymology
- métrique (French)
- metricus (Latin)
10. metric
adjective. ['ˈmɛtrɪk'] the rhythmic arrangement of syllables.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- métrique (French)
- metricus (Latin)
Sentences with metric-function
1. Noun Phrase
Depending on the information available, you can use either the Pythagorean theorem or trigonometric functions to find the length of any side.
2. Noun Phrase
Use the unknown-side label (Y), known-side label and known angle; identify the appropriate trigonometric function relating all three parameters.