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acting

Pronunciation: /ˈæk.tɪŋ/

The English word “acting” has 5 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Temporarily assuming the duties or authority of another person when they are unable to do their job.

noun

  1. An action or deed.
  2. Something done by a party—so called to avoid confusion with the legal senses of deed and action.
  3. Pretending.
  4. The occupation of an actor.

Etymology

From act + -ing.

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