Pronunciation: /ækt æz/
verb to perform a specific function or role
A1 She acts as a teacher in the school play.
A2 The manager acts as a mentor to new employees.
B1 The smartphone can act as a GPS device.
B2 The lawyer will act as a mediator in the negotiation.
C1 The CEO acts as the spokesperson for the company.
C2 The president acts as a figurehead for the organization.
preposition used to indicate the function or role being performed
A1 She acts as a translator for foreign visitors.
A2 The teacher will act as a mediator between the students.
B1 The manager acts as a mentor for new employees.
B2 The lawyer will act as a representative for the client in court.
C1 The CEO acts as a spokesperson for the company during press conferences.
C2 The ambassador acts as a liaison between the two countries in diplomatic negotiations.
formal The lawyer will act as the mediator in the negotiation process.
informal Can you act as the spokesperson for our group during the meeting?
slang I'll act as the wingman and help you talk to that person you like.
figurative The sun can act as a natural alarm clock, waking you up with its bright rays.
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