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acting

[ ak-ting ]

adjective

  1. serving temporarily, especially as a substitute during another's absence; not permanent; temporary:

    the acting mayor.

    Synonyms: ,

  2. designed, adapted, or suitable for stage performance.
  3. 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.

acting

/ ˈæɪŋ /

adjective

  1. taking on duties temporarily, esp as a substitute for another

    the acting president

  2. operating or functioning

    an acting order

  3. intended for stage performance; provided with directions for actors

    an acting version of ``Hedda Gabler''

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. the art or profession of an actor
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Word Forms

  • ·iԲ adjective
  • ܲ·iԲ adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of acting1

First recorded in 1595–1605; act + -ing 2, -ing 1
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Lincoln’s acting credits also include TV series “Outlaws,” “Highway to Heaven,” “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Murder, She Wrote.”

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The acting is a saving grace, especially Edgar-Jones’ commitment to nuance and Poulter’s refreshingly shaded Lee, whose depth of awareness at a critical moment is a believable surprise, beautifully handled by the actor.

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If he is successful, it's due to Texas law's broad definition of legitimate "self-defense," which was passed by Republican lawmakers acting on behalf of gun lobbyists.

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Cyclists who kill pedestrians by acting dangerously on the road could face life imprisonment under a proposed change to the law.

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The BBC One soap was praised for its work on nurturing upcoming directors from under-represented groups, and offering writing and acting opportunities on its spin-off show, E20, which ran for three series.

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