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Function [dependency]
An Entity is designed for or exists to perform an Activity or fulfill a Role.
This platform will function as a great stage for tomorrow's play.
The ropes serve to tie things together.
This platform will function as a great stage for tomorrow's play.
The ropes serve to tie things together.
Properties
- ID
- #2523
- Entry
- frm_function
- Namespace
- Relation.Dependency
- FrameNet version
- Function (fn_1.7_2023)
- Domains
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- Types
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- Ontological type
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- English name
- Function
Core Frame Elements (3)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activity |
The Activity is the action that the Entity performs.
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| Entity |
The Entity is an object or person that performs the Activity or fulfills the Role.
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| Role |
The Role is the position or duty that is occupied by the Entity.
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FE Core Set(s) and Excludes
CoreSet
Activity
Role
Peripheral Frame Elements (3)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration |
The Duration that the Entity performs an Activity or fulfills a Role.
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| Manner |
The Manner in which the Entity functions.
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| Means |
The Means by which an Entity functions.
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Extra-thematic Frame Elements (1)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Descriptor |
The Descriptor provides additional information about the Entity .
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Frame-Frame Relations (2)
Inheritance
Using
Lexical Units (2)
| LU | Type | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| function.v | — | FN: be used (as some useful object). |
| serve.v | — | FN: to function as |
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