Noun
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normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting
"what is your role on the team?"
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what something is used for
"the function of an auger is to bore holes"
"ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"
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an actor's portrayal of someone in a play
"she played the part of Desdemona"
- theatrical role -
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"