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Function

Definition: A realizable entity that represents the intended purpose or designed role of an entity.

Parent: Realizable Entity

See also: Role, Disposition

Modeling Notes​

  • Functions represent designed or intended purposes
  • They are typically assigned by creators or users of systems
  • Important for modeling AI system purposes and intended behaviors
  • Can be realized through processes that fulfill the intended purpose
  • Distinguished from dispositions by being assigned rather than intrinsic

Examples in AI Context​

  • Function to provide customer support
  • Purpose of generating code solutions
  • Intended role of content moderation
  • Function to analyze data patterns
  • Purpose of knowledge graph construction