Phrasal Verbs

function as

This page is about the phrasal verb function as

Meaning

to be used for a particular purpose, or to work in a particular way

For example

  • function as sth My apartment functions as an office and a storeroom, as well as my home.

  • function as sth Our website functions mainly as a marketing tool, though it also functions as a channel for direct sales.

Quick Quiz

When he started his own furniture business, Bob's back shed functioned as a factory. He used it to

a. contact furniture factories

b. make furniture products

c. store factory-made furniture
a) contact furniture factories b) make furniture products c) store factory-made furniture

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Contributor: Matt Errey