1. act
noun. ['ˈækt'] a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body.
Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)
2. act
verb. ['ˈækt'] perform an action, or work out or perform (an action).
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Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)
3. act
noun. ['ˈækt'] something that people do or cause to happen.
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Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)
4. act
verb. ['ˈækt'] behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself.
Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)
5. act
verb. ['ˈækt'] play a role or part.
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Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)
6. act
noun. ['ˈækt'] a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet.
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Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)
7. act
verb. ['ˈækt'] discharge one's duties.
Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)
8. act
noun. ['ˈækt'] a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program.
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Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)
9. act
verb. ['ˈækt'] pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind.
Etymology
- act (English)
- acte (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- acta (Latin)