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English to English noun
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the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group |  | Example: the function of a teacher
the government must do its part
play its role
source: wordnet30
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an actor's portrayal of someone in a play | | Example: she played the part of Desdemona
source: wordnet30
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what something is used for | | Example: the function of an auger is to bore holes
ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
source: wordnet30
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normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting | | Example: what is your role on the team?
source: wordnet30
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