actor

actornoun

1. performera person who performs in plays, films, or television shows

   countable [C]

   • She's a talented young actor.
   • He wants to be an actor when he grows up.
   • The actors rehearsed the scene several times.
   • Many actors also work in theater.

   Collocations

   adjective + noun lead actor, supporting actor

   verb + noun cast an actor, hire actors

2. having influencea person, group, or country that takes part in and has influence on events

   countable [C] formal

   • The government is one of the key actors in this negotiation.
   • Several actors must work together to solve the crisis.
   • Businesses are becoming important actors in environmental policy.