Aim vs. Function

Difference Between Aim and Function
Aimverb
To direct (a weapon or camera) toward a point.
Functionnoun
A person's role or occupation
in my function as chief editor.Aimverb
To direct or propel (an object, such as a ball) toward a point
aimed the pass at a wide receiver.aimed the shot at the lower right corner of the goal.Functionnoun
(Biology) The physiological activity of an organ or body part
The heart's function is to pump blood.Aimverb
To direct toward or intend for a particular goal or group
The publicity campaign was aimed at improving the eating habits of children.Functionnoun
(Computers) A procedure within an application.
Aimverb
To direct a weapon or camera
The sniper aimed carefully.Functionnoun
An official ceremony or a formal social occasion
disliked attending receptions and other company functions.Aimverb
To direct or propel an object toward a point
aimed for the far goalpost.Functionnoun
Something closely related to another thing and dependent on it for its existence, value, or significance
Growth is a function of nutrition.Aimverb
To determine a course or direct an effort
aim for a better education.Functionnoun
A variable so related to another that for each value assumed by one there is a value determined for the other.
Aimverb
To propose to do something; intend
The historical society is aiming to restore the town hall.Functionnoun
A rule of correspondence between two sets such that there is exactly one element in the second set assigned to each element in the first set. Also called mapping.
Aimnoun
The act of aiming
Take careful aim.Functionverb
To have or perform a function; serve
functioned as ambassador.Aimnoun
The ability to hit a target or intended point
a marksman with extraordinary aim.Functionverb
To deal with or overcome the challenges of everyday life
For weeks after his friend's funeral he simply could not function.Aimnoun
The degree of accuracy of a weapon or of a person aiming a weapon or propelled object
Your aim was way off on that throw.Functionnoun
What something does or is used for.
Aimnoun
A purpose or intention toward which one's efforts are directed
My aim was to try to make him laugh.Functionnoun
A professional or official position.
Aimnoun
The pointing of a weapon, as a gun, a dart, or an arrow, or object, in the line of direction with the object intended to be struck; the line of fire; the direction of anything, such as a spear, a blow, a discourse, a remark, towards a particular point or object, with a view to strike or affect it.
Take time with the aim of your gun.to take aimFunctionnoun
An official or social occasion.
Aimnoun
The point intended to be hit, or object intended to be attained or affected.
Functionnoun
A relation where one thing is dependent on another for its existence, value, or significance.
Aimnoun
Intention or goal
My number one aim in life is to make money to make my parents, siblings and kids happy.Functionnoun
(mathematics) A relation in which each element of the domain is associated with exactly one element of the codomain.
Aimnoun
The ability of someone to aim straight; one's faculty for being able to hit a physical target
The police officer has excellent aim, always hitting the bullseye in shooting practice.Functionnoun
(computing) A routine that receives zero or more arguments and may return a result.
Aimnoun
(obsolete) Conjecture; guess.
Functionnoun
(biology) The physiological activity of an organ or body part.
Aimverb
(intransitive) To point or direct a missile, or a weapon which propels as missile, towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it
He aimed at the target, but the arrow flew straight over it.Functionnoun
(chemistry) The characteristic behavior of a chemical compound.
Aimverb
(intransitive) To direct the intention or purpose; to attempt the accomplishment of a purpose; to try to gain; to endeavor;—followed by at, or by an infinitive
to aim at a passto aim to do well in lifeFunctionnoun
(anthropology) The role of a social practice in the continued existence of the group.
Aimverb
(transitive) To direct or point (e.g. a weapon), at a particular object; to direct, as a missile, an act, or a proceeding, at, to, or against an object
to aim an arrow at the deerShe aimed a punch at her ex-boyfriend.Functionverb
(intransitive) To have a function.
Aimverb
(transitive) To direct (something verbal) towards a certain person, thing, or group
to aim a satirical comment at Communists in generalFunctionverb
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.
Aimverb
To guess or conjecture.
Functionnoun
a mathematical relation such that each element of one set is associated with at least one element of another set
Aimnoun
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions;
his intent was to provide a new translationgood intentions are not enoughit was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needshe made no secret of his designsFunctionnoun
what something is used for;
the function of an auger is to bore holesballet is beautiful but what use is it?Aimnoun
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable);
the sole object of her trip was to see her childrenFunctionnoun
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group;
the function of a teacherthe government must do its partplay its roleAimnoun
the action of directing something at an object;
he took aim and firedFunctionnoun
a relation such that one thing is dependent on another;
height is a function of ageprice is a function of supply and demandAimnoun
the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies
Functionnoun
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony;
it was a black-tie functionAimverb
aim or direct at; as of blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment;
Please don't aim at your little brother!He trained his gun on the burglarDon't train your camera on the womenTake a swipe at one's opponentFunctionnoun
a vaguely specified social event;
the party was quite an affairan occasion arranged to honor the presidenta seemingly endless round of social functionsAimverb
propose or intend;
I aim to arrive at noonFunctionnoun
a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
Aimverb
move into a desired direction of discourse;
What are you driving at?Functionverb
perform as expected when applied;
The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged inDoes this old car still run well?This old radio doesn't work anymoreAimverb
specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public
Functionverb
serve a purpose, role, or function;
The tree stump serves as a tableThe female students served as a control groupThis table would serve very wellHis freedom served him wellThe table functions as a deskAimverb
intend (something) to move towards a certain goal;
He aimed his fists towards his opponent's facecriticism directed at her superiordirect your anger towards others, not towards yourselfFunctionverb
perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function;
His wife officiated as his private secretaryAimverb
direct (a remark) toward an intended goal;
She wanted to aim a punAimverb
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal