functor
/ˈfʌŋktər/
noun
- In mathematics and computer science, a structure or function that maps between categories or transforms data while preserving relationships.
- Using a functor, the program can apply the same operation to every element in a list.
- The mathematician explained how a functor connects two different categories.
- In programming, a functor is an object that can be called like a function.
- A person or thing that performs a function or role.
- In the company, she was the main functor for organizing events.
- Each member of the team is a functor with a specific responsibility.
- The robot acted as a functor, carrying out simple tasks around the house.