Dictionary Check: role

"role" is a valid word!

Scrabble 4 points
Words with Friends 5 points

Definition

noun

the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group

Example: "the function of a teacher"
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noun

an actor's portrayal of someone in a play

Example: "she played the part of Desdemona"
noun

what something is used for

Example: "the function of an auger is to bore holes"
Synonyms:
noun

normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting

Example: "what is your role on the team?"

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