actor (n.)

  1. a theatrical performer

    [ Syn: histrion , player , thespian , role player ]

  2. a person who acts and gets things done; hes a principal actor in this affair; when you want something done get a doer; hes a miracle worker

    [ Syn: doer , worker ]

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