act

verb

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

simple present : act
simple present, singular, third person : acts
simple past : acted
present participle : acting
past participle : acted

Senses

perform an action; do something
to play a role (in a theatrical performance)
to behave (in a particular manner)
to set forth

act

noun

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

singular : act
plural : acts

Senses

formal written document that creates law, including acts, executive orders, and by-laws
division or unit of a drama
deed (something done or effected)