functor Definition
a function that maps between categories, preserving the structure of the categories.
Using functor: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "functor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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In category theory, a functor is a mapping between categories that preserves structure.
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Functors are used to relate different mathematical structures to each other.
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Summary: functor in Brief
A 'functor' [ˈfʌŋktər] is a function that maps between categories, preserving the structure of the categories. It is commonly used in category theory to relate different mathematical structures to each other.
