simple function
ˈsɪmpəl ˈfʌŋkʃən
Definition

Definition of simple function - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
everyday languagetask or operation that is easy to perform
  • Cooking pasta is a simple function of boiling water.
2.
mathematical analysisTECH.complex-valued measurable function with finite rangeTECH.
  • In calculus, we often start with a simple function.
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Expressions with simple

simple asadj.
very easy to understand or do
The instructions were simple as, so anyone could follow them.
keep it simplev.
reduce complexity so something is clearer and easier to do
When explaining the rules, keep it simple and skip the extra details.
simple as 123adj.
very easy to do or understand
This math problem is simple as 123.
as simple as can beadj.
extremely easy to understand or do
The instructions are as simple as can be.
pure and simpleadj.
straightforward without any complications
His explanation was pure and simple.
simple as thatadj.
very easy to understand or do
The instructions are simple as that, anyone can follow them.

Expressions with function

function like clockworkv.
run smoothly, predictably, without problems
With regular maintenance, these machines function like clockwork all year.
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.
cease to functionv.
stop working or operating as expected
During the storm, several traffic lights ceased to function.

Terms related to simple function

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Terms with simple function included in their meaning

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basic searchn.
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simple search function offering few options usually one main search field

Examples of simple function in a sentence

  • Setting up the tent was a simple function for the campers.
  • A simple function can be graphed easily.
  • We analyzed a simple function in our math class.

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  1. French:fonction simple, ...
  2. German:einfache Funktion, ...
  3. Italian:funzione semplice, ...
  4. Spanish:función simple, ...
  5. Portuguese:função simples, ...
  6. Chinese:简单功能, 简单函数, ...
  7. Japanese:簡単な作業, 単純関数, ...
  8. Arabic:عَمَلِيَّة سَهْلَة, دالَّة بَسيطَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:פְּעוּלָה פְּשׁוּטָה, פוּנְקְצְיָה פְּשׁוּטָה, ...
  10. Russian:простая задача, простая функция, ...
  11. Ukrainian:проста функція, елементарна функція, ...
  12. Hindi:सरल कार्य, सरल फलन, ...
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