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performing

n. · v. · adj.
US //pɝˈfɔɹmɪŋ// UK //pəfˈɔːmɪŋ// per·form·ing
  1. 1 the act of entertaining (n.)
    B1 Intermediate Theatre

    the activity of acting, singing, or playing music for an audience.

    the execution of an artistic work before an audience; often used as a gerund to describe the profession or activity.

    Example

    She spent years studying performing before she finally got a role in a movie.

    Example

    The curriculum focuses heavily on performing, ensuring that students gain practical experience on stage alongside their theoretical studies.

  2. 2 doing an action (v.)
    A2 Elementary

    the action of doing a task, a piece of music, or a play right now.

    the present participle of 'perform', indicating an action in progress or a continuous state of execution.

    Example

    The band is performing their most famous song at the concert tonight.

    Example

    While performing the delicate surgery, the doctor remained remarkably calm despite the unexpected complications that arose.

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  1. 3 related to shows (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate Theatre

    used to describe things related to the arts, like music, dance, or acting.

    attributive adjective referring to the arts or the act of public presentation.

    Example

    The city is famous for its many performing arts centres and theatres.

    Example

    The university recently doubled its funding for the performing arts department to attract more international talent.

Origin

From perform + -ing.

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