acting

[ ak-ting ]
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adjective
  1. serving temporarily, especially as a substitute during another's absence; not permanent; temporary: the acting mayor.

  2. designed, adapted, or suitable for stage performance.

  1. provided with detailed stage directions for the performer: an acting version of a play.

noun
  1. the art, profession, or activity of those who perform in stage plays, motion pictures, etc.

Origin of acting

1
First recorded in 1595–1605; act + -ing2, -ing1

Other words for acting

Other words from acting

  • pro·act·ing, adjective
  • un·act·ing, adjective

Words Nearby acting

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British Dictionary definitions for acting

acting

/ (ˈæktɪŋ) /


adjective(prenominal)
  1. taking on duties temporarily, esp as a substitute for another: the acting president

  2. operating or functioning: an acting order

  1. intended for stage performance; provided with directions for actors: an acting version of ``Hedda Gabler''

noun
  1. the art or profession of an actor

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