n.
1.a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
2.something that people do or cause to happen
3.a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
4.a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program
5.a manifestation of insincerity act v.
1.perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
2.behave in a certain manner
3.play a role or part
4.discharge one's duties
5.pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
6.be suitable for theatrical performance
7.have an effect or outcome
8.be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure
9.behave unnaturally or affectedly
10.perform on a stage or theater
Idiom of the Day
of no avail
with no effect, unsuccessful
My complaints to the company were of no avail and nothing was done.
