act
Seed from Open English WordNet (OEWN) 2025
Meanings by context
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- definition a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
- definition something that people do or cause to happen
- definition a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
- definition a short performance that is part of a longer program
- definition a manifestation of insincerity
- definition perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
- definition behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
- definition play a role or part
- definition discharge one's duties
- definition pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
- definition be suitable for theatrical performance
- definition have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected
- definition behave unnaturally or affectedly
- definition perform on a stage or theater