role
Pronunciation:
/ɹəʊl/noun
Definitions
A character or part played by a performer or actor.
Example: Her dream was to get a role in a Hollywood movie, no matter how small.
The expected behaviour of an individual in a society.
Example: The role of women has changed significantly in the last century.
The function or position of something.
Example: Local volunteers played an important role in cleaning the beach after the oil spill.
Designation that denotes an associated set of responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and attitudes
Example: The project manager role is responsible for ensuring that everyone on the team knows and executes his or her assigned tasks.