functions
US /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/
UK /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/
名词
1.
功能, 作用
the special purpose or activity for which a thing exists or is used
示例:
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The main function of the heart is to pump blood.
心脏的主要功能是泵血。
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What is the function of this button?
这个按钮的功能是什么？
2.
聚会, 活动
a large or formal social event or ceremony
示例:
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The wedding was a beautiful family function.
婚礼是一个美好的家庭聚会。
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We attended a formal dinner function at the embassy.
我们参加了大使馆的正式晚宴活动。
3.
函数
a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain) is associated with an element of another set (the codomain)
示例:
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In mathematics, y = f(x) represents a function.
在数学中，y = f(x) 表示一个函数。
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The graph illustrates the relationship between variables as a function.
该图表将变量之间的关系表示为函数。
动词
运行, 起作用
work or operate in a proper or particular way
示例:
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The new machine is designed to function efficiently.
新机器设计为高效运行。
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My old computer still functions perfectly.
我的旧电脑仍然运行良好。