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acting

act·ing [ ákting ]


noun 
Definition:
 
performing in plays: the art, profession, or performance of an actor



adjective 
Definition:
 
1. temporary: carrying out particular duties or doing somebody else's job temporarily
the acting manager

2. with directions for staging: including directions in a play's text to be used in staging a performance
a copy of the acting edition of the play

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