function vs expansion

expansion vs function

function and expansion both are nouns.

function is a verb but expansion is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
function	Yes	No	Yes	No
expansion	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, expansion is a hyponym of function; that is, expansion is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than function:

function: (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
expansion: a function expressed as a sum or product of terms

Other hyponyms of function include multinomial, polynomial, inverse function, Kronecker delta, metric, metric function, transformation, isometry, operator, circular function, trigonometric function, threshold function, exponential, exponential function, linear function, onto function, surjection, surjective function, homothecy, homothety.

function (noun)	expansion (noun)
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group	the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
what something is used for	adding information or detail
a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program	a discussion that provides additional information
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony of people	a function expressed as a sum or product of terms
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
a relation such that one thing is dependent on another

function (verb)	expansion (verb)
perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
perform as expected when applied
serve a purpose, role, or function

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