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acting definition

act·ing (ak′tiŋ)

adjective

  1. adapted for performance on a stage an acting version of a play
  2. that acts; functioning
  3. temporarily taking over the duties (of a specified position) the acting chairman

noun

the act, art, or occupation of performing in plays, movies, etc.

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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