Function vs. Algorithm — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Function and Algorithm
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Definitions
Function➦
An activity that is natural to or the purpose of a person or thing
Bridges perform the function of providing access across water
Bodily functions
Algorithm➦
In mathematics and computer science, an algorithm ( (listen)) is a finite sequence of well-defined, computer-implementable instructions, typically to solve a class of specific problems or to perform a computation. Algorithms are always unambiguous and are used as specifications for performing calculations, data processing, automated reasoning, and other tasks.
Function➦
A relation or expression involving one or more variables
The function (bx + c)
Algorithm➦
A finite set of unambiguous instructions that, given some set of initial conditions, can be performed in a prescribed sequence to achieve a certain goal and that has a recognizable set of end conditions.
Function➦
A thing dependent on another factor or factors
Class shame is a function of social power
Algorithm➦
(countable) A collection of ordered steps that solve a mathematical problem. A precise step-by-step plan for a computational procedure that possibly begins with an input value and yields an output value in a finite number of steps.
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Function➦
A large or formal social event or ceremony
He was obliged to attend party functions
Algorithm➦
Calculation with Arabic numerals; algorism.
Function➦
Work or operate in a proper or particular way
Her liver is functioning normally
Algorithm➦
A precise rule (or set of rules) specifying how to solve some problem; a set of procedures guaranteed to find the solution to a problem.
Function➦
A person's role or occupation
In my function as chief editor.
Algorithm➦
A precise rule (or set of rules) specifying how to solve some problem
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Function➦
(Biology) The physiological activity of an organ or body part
The heart's function is to pump blood.
Function➦
(Computers) A procedure within an application.
Function➦
An official ceremony or a formal social occasion
Disliked attending receptions and other company functions.
Function➦
Something closely related to another thing and dependent on it for its existence, value, or significance
Growth is a function of nutrition.
Function➦
A variable so related to another that for each value assumed by one there is a value determined for the other.
Function➦
A rule of correspondence between two sets such that there is exactly one element in the second set assigned to each element in the first set. Also called mapping.
Function➦
To have or perform a function; serve
Functioned as ambassador.
Function➦
To deal with or overcome the challenges of everyday life
For weeks after his friend's funeral he simply could not function.
Function➦
What something does or is used for.
Function➦
A professional or official position.
Function➦
An official or social occasion.
Function➦
Something which is dependent on or stems from another thing; a result or concomitant.
Function➦
A relation where one thing is dependent on another for its existence, value, or significance.
Function➦
(mathematics) A relation in which each element of the domain is associated with exactly one element of the codomain. Category:en:Functions
Function➦
(computing) A routine that receives zero or more arguments and may return a result.
Function➦
(biology) The physiological activity of an organ or body part.
Function➦
(chemistry) The characteristic behavior of a chemical compound.
Function➦
(anthropology) The role of a social practice in the continued existence of the group.
Function➦
(intransitive) To have a function.
Function➦
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.
Function➦
The act of executing or performing any duty, office, or calling; performance.
Function➦
The appropriate action of any special organ or part of an animal or vegetable organism; as, the function of the heart or the limbs; the function of leaves, sap, roots, etc.; life is the sum of the functions of the various organs and parts of the body.
Function➦
The natural or assigned action of any power or faculty, as of the soul, or of the intellect; the exertion of an energy of some determinate kind.
As the mind opens, and its functions spread.
Function➦
The course of action which peculiarly pertains to any public officer in church or state; the activity appropriate to any business or profession.
Tradesmen . . . going about their functions.
The malady which made him incapable of performing hisregal functions.
Function➦
A quantity so connected with another quantity, that if any alteration be made in the latter there will be a consequent alteration in the former. Each quantity is said to be a function of the other. Thus, the circumference of a circle is a function of the diameter. If x be a symbol to which different numerical values can be assigned, such expressions as x2, 3x, Log. x, and Sin. x, are all functions of x.
Function➦
A religious ceremony, esp. one particularly impressive and elaborate.
Every solemn function' performed with the requirements of the liturgy.
Function➦
A public or social ceremony or gathering; a festivity or entertainment, esp. one somewhat formal.
This function, which is our chief social event.
Function➦
To execute or perform a function; to transact one's regular or appointed business.
Function➦
A mathematical relation such that each element of one set is associated with at least one element of another set
Function➦
What something is used for;
The function of an auger is to bore holes
Ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
Function➦
The actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group;
The function of a teacher
The government must do its part
Play its role
Function➦
A relation such that one thing is dependent on another;
Height is a function of age
Price is a function of supply and demand
Function➦
A formal or official social gathering or ceremony;
It was a black-tie function
Function➦
A vaguely specified social event;
The party was quite an affair
An occasion arranged to honor the president
A seemingly endless round of social functions
Function➦
A set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
Function➦
Perform as expected when applied;
The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
Does this old car still run well?
This old radio doesn't work anymore
Function➦
Serve a purpose, role, or function;
The tree stump serves as a table
The female students served as a control group
This table would serve very well
His freedom served him well
The table functions as a desk
Function➦
Perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function;
His wife officiated as his private secretary
