(music) A pianoforte action, used in grand pianos, in which special devices are employed to obtain perfect action of the hammer in striking and leaving the string.

(law) countersuit

plural of zone of action

(sociology) Research where the researcher themselves are an agent of social action.

Synonym of action movie

plural of cause of action

A motion picture whose storyline involves fast-paced activity and conflict, usually including such elements as a heroic protagonist, violent fights, acrobatic stunts, chase scenes, and gunplay.

plural of action adventure

plural of action movie

(art, uncountable) A genre of modern art in which the paint is dribbled, splashed or poured onto the canvas to obtain a spontaneous and totally abstract image.