continuous function
kənˈtɪnjuəs ˈfʌŋkʃən
Definition

Definition of continuous function - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
mathematical analysisTECH.function whose value equals its limit at any pointTECH.
  • The graph of a continuous function is unbroken.
2.
topologyTECH.function where the inverse image of any open set is openTECH.
  • Continuous functions preserve the structure of topological spaces.
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Expressions with continuous

continuous learningn.
ongoing process of gaining new knowledge or skills throughout time
Continuous learning helps workers keep up with changes in their industry.
continuous monitoringn.
ongoing observation and recording of data to detect changes or problems
Continuous monitoring of the network helped detect the intrusion quickly.
continuous supportn.
ongoing assistance or help
The project was successful due to continuous support from the community.
in continuous useadj.
used all the time without stopping or breaks
This machine has been in continuous use for years.
continuous loopn.
process that repeats the same steps again and again
The video plays on a continuous loop in the store window.
on a continuous basisadv.
happening all the time without long breaks or clear stopping points
The machines are monitored on a continuous basis for safety.

Expressions with function

function like clockworkv.
run smoothly, predictably, without problems
With regular maintenance, these machines function like clockwork all year.
simple functionn.
task or operation that is easy to perform
Cooking pasta is a simple function of boiling water.
function roomn.
room in a venue kept for events such as parties or meetings
They booked the hotel function room for the wedding reception.
social functionn.
gathering for social purposes
The company hosted a social function for its employees.
vital functionn.
critical role or task in a system
The manager performs a vital function in the company.
bodily functionn.
natural process of a living body
Digestion is a crucial bodily function for nutrient absorption.
work functionn.
social event organized by an employer for employees
The annual work function was held at a fancy restaurant.
judicial functionn.
role of deciding disputes and interpreting law carried out by courts
The constitution separates the judicial function from legislative and executive powers.
switching functionn.
process of changing from one state or condition to another
The system's switching function was activated during the power outage.
staff functionn.
social event organized for company employees
The annual dinner is a popular staff function.

Terms related to continuous function

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Terms with continuous function included in their meaning

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discontinuityn.
mathematics
point where a function is not continuous
probability density functionn.
mathematics
function representing distribution of a continuous random variable
retractionn.
mathematics
continuous function from a space onto a subspace
homeomorphicadj.
mathematics
related by a continuous, bijective function with continuous inverse
solution of continuityn.
mathematics
point where a function is not continuous

Examples of continuous function in a sentence

  • Students learned about the continuous function in class.
  • In calculus, a continuous function is crucial for analysis.
  • Continuous functions are essential in mathematical modeling.

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  1. French:fonction continue, application continue, ...
  2. German:stetige Funktion, ...
  3. Italian:funzione continua, ...
  4. Spanish:función continua, función ininterrumpida, ...
  5. Portuguese:função contínua, função sem descontinuidades, ...
  6. Chinese:连续函数, 连续映射, ...
  7. Japanese:連続関数, ...
  8. Arabic:دَالَّة مُسْتَمِرَّة, ...
  9. Hebrew:פוּנְקְצְיָה רְצִיפָה, ...
  10. Russian:непрерывная функция, ...
  11. Ukrainian:неперервна функція, топологічна функція, ...
  12. Hindi:सतत फलन, ...
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