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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

actor

/æk.tɔː/ noun · British & US
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What does actor mean?

noun

A person who performs in a play, film, or television show, typically by speaking and acting out a written script. An actor may also refer to a person who pretends to be someone else, often for entertainment or dramatic effect.

Example

"The actor's performance in the movie was widely praised by critics."

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