Role (Noun)
Meaning 1
The actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group; "the function of a teacher"; "the government must do its part"; "play its role".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
An actor's portrayal of someone in a play; "she played the part of Desdemona".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The actress was thrilled to land the role of Juliet in the upcoming production of Romeo and Juliet.
- He played the role of the villain with such conviction that the audience booed him every night.
- The young actor's breakout role was as the lead in the school play, which earned him a scholarship to a prestigious drama school.
- The actress's portrayal of the queen was so convincing that she won an award for her role in the historical drama.
- The actor's versatility was showcased in his role as a comedic relief in the first act and a tragic hero in the second.
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Meaning 3
Normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting; "what is your role on the team?".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Meaning 4
What something is used for; "the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.