Week 7 Vocabulary Definitions and Examples;

-Import-

(verb/noun)

To bring in (merchandise, commodities, workers, etc.) from a foreign country for use, sale, processing, reexport, or services

Something that is imported from abroad; an imported commodity or article

-Export-

(verb/noun)

To ship (commodities) to other countries or places for sale, exchange, etc

The act of exporting; exportation: the export of coffee

-Function-

(verb/noun)

The kind of action or activity proper to a person, thing, or institution; the purpose for which something is designed or exists; role.

To perform a specified action or activity; work; operate: The computer isn't functioning now. He rarely functions before noon.

Export (noun) - Wheat is one of our country's main exports.
Export (verb) - The U.S. hopes to export more cars to Asia next year.

Import (noun) - Oil is an important import that the U.S. receives from the Middle East.
Import (verb) - The U.S. will import oil from Iraq.

Function (noun) - The function of a car is to transport people.
Function (verb) - If you can follow directions, you will function in school much better.