action
Pronunciation:
/ˈæk.ʃən/noun
Definitions
Something done so as to accomplish a purpose.
A way of motion or functioning.
Example: Knead bread with a rocking action.
Fast-paced activity.
Example: a movie full of exciting action
A mechanism; a moving part or assembly.
Example: a rifle action
verb
Definitions
To act on a request etc, in order to put it into effect.
To initiate a legal action against someone.
interjection
Definitions
Demanding or signifying the start of something, usually an act or scene of a theatric performance.
Example: The director yelled ‘Action!’ before the camera started rolling.