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function

[fuhngk-shuhn] / ˈfʌŋk ʃən /




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It means the ability to design, train, operate, secure and deploy foundational AI systems capable of highly advanced functions in national defense and other sensitive areas of the state without external permission or dependence.

From The Wall Street Journal

Depending on conditions, it can function as a refrigerator, act as a heat engine, or amplify thermal transport.

From Science Daily

"I would argue both operation and maintenance are equally significant for structures such as the Scenic Railway," she said, adding the operation of a listed structure was "integral" to its heritage function and relevance.

From BBC

The electrode also proved capable of capturing carbon dioxide at concentrations similar to those found in the atmosphere, showing that it can function in ambient air.

From Science Daily

“What stood out most to us was that being a caregiving grandparent seemed to matter more for cognitive functioning than how often grandparents provided care or what exactly they did with their grandchildren,” said Chereches.

From Science Daily