Meaning
Temporarily assuming the duties or authority of another person when they are unable to do their job.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *h₂eǵ- Proto-Indo-European *-eti Proto-Indo-European *h₂éǵeti Proto-Italic *agō Latin agō Latin ācta Old French actbor. Middle English acte English act English -ing English acting From act + -ing.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
refrain
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles: