function vs recursive routine

recursive routine vs function

function and recursive routine both are nouns.

function is a verb but recursive routine is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
function	Yes	No	Yes	No
recursive routine	Yes	No	No	No

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

function: a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
recursive routine: a routine that can call itself

Other hyponyms of function include cataloged procedure, contingency procedure, library routine, random number generator, reusable routine, executive routine, supervisory routine, tracing routine, service routine, utility routine.

function (noun)	recursive routine (noun)
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group	a routine that can call itself
what something is used for
a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony of people
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)	recursive routine (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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