role meaning and definition

ROLE noun

Definition of role (noun)

1. 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"
   • synonyms: function, office, part
2. an actor's portrayal of someone in a play
   • "she played the part of Desdemona"
   • synonyms: character, part, persona, theatrical role
3. what something is used for
   • "the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"
   • synonyms: function, purpose, use
4. normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting
   • "what is your role on the team?"