noun. 1. any activity or gathering of reactions which leads to an outcome or has an impact on the surroundings. 2. the actions of a living being whenever confronted with a particular job. 3. with regard to language, reference: competence.
noun. 1. any activity or gathering of reactions which leads to an outcome or has an impact on the surroundings. 2. the actions of a living being whenever confronted with a particular job. 3. with regard to language, reference: competence.