versatilefunction

noun

UK /ˈvɜːsətaɪl ˈfʌŋkʃən/

US /ˈvɜːrsətəl ˈfʌŋkʃən/

A versatile function is a tool that can do many different jobs.

The Swiss Army knife is like a versatile function because it has many tools in one.

SYNONYMS

multipurpose function all-purpose function flexible function adaptable function multi-use function

RELATED WORDS

utility capability feature tool adaptability

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In mathematics, a function that can be used in many different ways or contexts.

The versatile function works for both addition and subtraction problems.

3. In computing, a piece of code that performs several different tasks depending on what it is given.

The programmer wrote a versatile function that can sort numbers or words.

4. A person's ability to do many things well, described as a function of their skills.

Her versatile function as a helper made her welcome in every classroom.