Verb
/ˈfəNGkSHən/,
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functions, 3rd person singular present; functioned, past participle; functioning, present participle; functioned, past tense;
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Work or operate in a proper or particular way
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her liver is functioning normally
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Fulfill the purpose or task of (a specified thing)
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the museum intends to function as an educational and study center
Web Definitions:
- operation: process or manner of functioning or operating; "the power of its engine determines its operation"; "the plane's operation in high winds"; "they compared the cooking performance of each oven"; "the jet's performance conformed to high standards"
- performing or able to perform its regular function; "a functioning flashlight"
- action of the verb to function; The manner in something functions; the workings; working