per|form|ance

per|form|ance
per|form|ance «puhr FR muhns», noun.
1. the act of carrying out; doing; performing: »

in the performance of one's regular duties, the efficient performance of an automobile.

 SYNONYM(S): execution, accomplishment, achievement.
2. a thing performed; act; deed: »

The child's kicks and screams made a disgraceful performance.

3. the act or manner of performing on a musical instrument, in a play, or otherwise before an audience.
4. the act of giving a play, concert, circus, or other show: »

The evening performance is at 8 o'clock.

5. the power or ability to perform: »

a machine's performance.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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