English word functoid comes from English function, English -oid
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| function | English (eng) | (intransitive) to carry on a function; to be in action. (intransitive) to have a function (anthropology) The role of a social practice in the continued existence of the group.. (biology) The physiological activity of an organ or body part.. (chemistry) The characteristic behavior of a chemical compound.. (computing) A routine that receives zero or more arguments and may return a result.. [...] |
| -oid | English (eng) | Of similar form to, but not the same as. Having the likeness of. Forms adjectives and nouns. |
| functoid | English (eng) | (computing, Microsoft BizTalk Server) A tool that transforms data from one form to another as it is routed from a source to a destination. |