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Definition role in British English

role noun

[countable] noun
/rəʊl/

▪ central, crucial, decisive, dominant, important, key, leading, major, positive, prominent, significant, vital

1

the purpose or influence of someone or something in a particular situation

Example

It's not my role to tell the politicians what to do.

Example

We expect parents to have a key role in this discussion.

Example

Trade unions have played a significant role in the recent debate.

Example

The book examines the role of food and drink in society.

Example

The banks developed a new role as providers of financial services.

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2

the character played by a particular actor in a film, play etc

Example

He won an Oscar for his role.

Example

Who took the role of Ursula?

Example

The leading role should have gone to a more well-known star.

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Definition role in British English