Role Definition & Meaning
role
- noun
- the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group; "the function of a teacher"; "the government must do its part"; "play its role"
- an actor's portrayal of someone in a play; "she played the part of Desdemona"
- what something is used for; "the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"
- normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting; "what is your role on the team?"
"Role" in song lyrics
See how role is used in real songs:
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"That's what the muthafucka get for playin a role"
415 — 41Fivin -
"So relax and just chill and play the role"
Above the Law — My World -
"Call me Mr. Cinemax, shoot you like a movie role"
Ace Hood — Get Em Up
Words that rhyme with role
Usage tips for "role"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "role" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for role to find words that pair well.
Use "role" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does role mean?
- the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group; "the function of a teacher"; "the government must do its part"; "play its role" an actor's portrayal of someone in a play; "she played the part of Desdemona" what something is used for; "the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?" normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting; "what is your role on the team?"
- What part of speech is role?
- Role is a noun.
- How many definitions does role have?
- Role has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).