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role
[rohl]
noun
a part or character played by an actor or actress.
proper or customary function.
the role of religion in society.
the function assumed by a person or thing in a given action or process.
Schools offer few practical tools to help students explore their role in shaping the future.
Sociology., the rights, obligations, and expected behavior patterns associated with a particular social status.
When studying child development, it was critical to study the father's role.
role
/ rəʊl /
noun
a part or character in a play, film, etc, to be played by an actor or actress
psychol the part played by a person in a particular social setting, influenced by his expectation of what is appropriate
usual or customary function
what is his role in the organization?
Other Word Forms
- multirole adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of role1
Example Sentences
In earlier work published in Nature Neuroscience this year, Watanabe applied the method to genetically engineered mice to investigate the role of a protein called intersectin.
Ms Potter - who is retiring from her role next year - is said in the new claim to have signed off on the statement.
He had been lauded for his prominent role in Spain's tricky transition to democracy after the 36-year dictatorship of Francisco Franco ended with the general's death in 1975.
The crucial role of Synopsys in the chip industry could lead to fears that Nvidia is seeking to deprive its rivals of its services.
Big picture: Manufacturers still play a big role in the economy, employing some 13 million people directly and many others indirectly.
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