- acting in opposite direction
- <tech.gen> ■ in Gegenrichtung wirkend
English-german technical dictionary. 2013.
English-german technical dictionary. 2013.
acting — /ak ting/, adj. 1. serving temporarily, esp. as a substitute during another s absence; not permanent; temporary: the acting mayor. 2. designed, adapted, or suitable for stage performance. 3. provided with detailed stage directions for the… … Universalium
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