performing Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun the performance of a part or role in a drama
   acting; playacting; playing.
   
2. verb carry out or perform an action
   perform; do; execute.
   
   • John did the painting, the weeding, and he cleaned out the gutters
   • the skater executed a triple pirouette
   • she did a little dance
3. verb perform a function
   perform.
   
   • Who will perform the wedding?
4. verb give a performance (of something)
   perform.
   
   • Horowitz is performing at Carnegie Hall tonight
   • We performed a popular Gilbert and Sullivan opera
5. verb get (something) done
   perform; do.
   
   • I did my job

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