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act verb

  /æk/ , /ækt/ , [akt] , [ækt]
  • (obsolete, transitive) To do (something); to perform.
 handelen
  • (intransitive, mathematics, construed with on or upon, of an algebraic structure) To possess an action onto (some other structure). Examples include the group action of a group on a set, the action of a ring on a module by scalar multiplication, and the action of a group or algebra on a vector space via a representation.
 acteren, gedragen, optreden, opvoeren, spelen, toneelspelen
  • (intransitive) To behave in a certain manner for an indefinite length of time.
  • (intransitive, law) To carry out work as a legal representative in relation to a particular legal matter.
 gedragen, optreden
  • (obsolete, transitive) To move to action; to actuate; to animate.
 handelen, reageren
  • (intransitive, construed with on or upon) To have an effect (on).
 werken

act noun

  /æk/ , /ækt/ , [akt] , [ækt]
  • (countable, drama) A division of a theatrical performance.
 akte
  • (law, countable) A product of a legislative body, a statute.
 wet
  • (countable) Something done, a deed.
 daad, handeling
  • The process of doing something.
 handeling

acting adjective

  /ˈæk.tɪŋ/
  • Temporarily assuming the duties or authority of another person when they are unable to do their job.
 ad interim

acting

handelend

acting noun

  /ˈæk.tɪŋ/
  • (uncountable, drama) The occupation of an actor.
 opvoering
self-acting
zelfwerkend
art of acting
acteerkunst
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