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11function — function, functionalism Although the use of the concepts of function and functionalism is usually associated with the work of Talcott Parsons in modern sociology, there is a long tradition of functional explanation in studying societies, and a… …
12Function — Function, lat. dtsch., Verrichtung; algebraischer Ausdruck für eine abhängige, aus andern unabhängigen Größen zu bildende veränderliche Größe; f.iren, verrichten, im Amte sein …
13function — function, logical …
14function — (n.) 1530s, proper work or purpose, from M.Fr. fonction (16c.) and directly from L. functionem (nom. functio) performance, execution, noun of action from functus, pp. of fungi perform, execute, discharge, from PIE root *bheug (2) to use, enjoy… …
15function — A specific set of skills and resources that can be used to perform one or more activities that make up a postal process. Usually, several functions are associated with a single process …
16function — /fungk sheuhn/, n. 1. the kind of action or activity proper to a person, thing, or institution; the purpose for which something is designed or exists; role. 2. any ceremonious public or social gathering or occasion. 3. a factor related to or… …
17function — ▪ I. function func‧tion 1 [ˈfʌŋkʆn] noun 1. [countable] the purpose for which something is made or used, or the job that someone does; =role: • The main function of a cash machine is to provide people with cash when the bank is shut. • He was… …
18function — {{Roman}}I.{{/Roman}} noun 1 purpose/special duty of sb/sth ADJECTIVE ▪ important, useful, valuable ▪ critical, crucial, essential, key, vital …
19function — 1 / fVN kSFn/ noun 1 (C) the purpose that something is made for, or the job that someone does: The function of a cash machine is to provide people with cash when the bank is shut. | perform a function: In your new job you will be expected to… …
20function — I UK [ˈfʌŋkʃ(ə)n] / US noun Word forms function : singular function plural functions *** 1) a) [countable/uncountable] the job that something is designed to do The function of advertising is to create a unique image for your company. perform a… …