majorfunction

noun
UK /ˈmeɪ.dʒə ˈfʌŋk.ʃən/
US /ˈmeɪ.dʒɚ ˈfʌŋk.ʃən/

The main job that something does.

The major function of a heart is to pump blood.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The most important part of a machine or system.

The major function of the engine is to make the car move.

3. The biggest event or activity in a program.

The major function of the festival is the parade.

4. A large formal gathering or ceremony.

They attended a major function at the town hall.