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functional

/ˈfʌŋk(t)ʃnəl/

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noun

A function that takes a function as its argument; More precisely: A function y=f(x) whose argument x varies in a space of (real valued, complex valued) functions and whose value belongs to a monodimensional space. An example: the definite integration of integrable real functions in a real interval.

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"The functional analysis course focused on definite integrals, a type of mathematical function. "

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noun

A scalar-valued linear function on a vector space.

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"The functional used in the physics class is a good example of a mapping from vectors to a single number. "

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noun

An object encapsulating a function pointer (or equivalent).

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"The new app uses a functional to allow users to quickly calculate their daily calorie needs. "

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adjective

In good working order.

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"The old refrigerator was no longer functional; it wouldn't keep food cold. "

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adjective

Useful; serving a purpose, fulfilling a function

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"That sculpture is not merely artistic, but also functional: it can be used as a hatrack."

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adjective

Only for functional purposes, notably in architecture

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"A functional construction element generally must meet higher technical but lower aesthetical requirements"

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adjective

Having semantics defined purely in terms of mathematical functions, without side-effects.

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"The spreadsheet program's formulas are functional; they calculate results based on the input values without changing any other parts of the document. "

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adjective

Of a disease, such that its symptoms cannot be referred to any appreciable lesion or change of structure; opposed to organic disease, in which the organ itself is affected.

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"The doctor diagnosed a functional pain disorder, meaning the pain had no apparent physical cause. "

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