n. Function: noun
1 a unitary component of a process, course, or order of classification FF1C; advanced by degrees FF1E;
Synonyms: grade, notch, rung, stage, step
2 relative size or character of the parts or components in a complex whole compared with other like things FF1C; the degree of difference between the two jobs FF1E; FF1C; is work demands a high degree of intelligence FF1E;
Synonyms: proportion, rate, ratio, scale
Related Words: dimension; extent, magnitude, measure, size