English Explanatory Dictionary

play a role

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To have an effect or influence on a situation or outcome; to contribute to something.
  2. To portray a character in a performance.

Word forms

play a role plays a role playing a role played a role play a rôle

Synonyms

play a part
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