plural of action figure

A children's toy in the form of a posable plastic figurine of a character, often from a movie, video game, or television program, with moving parts and often capable of some form of spring-loaded movement. It is used to distinguish from dolls, which have acquired the reputation as a girl's toy, whereas action figures are more marketed toward boys.

A form of political activism in which participants act directly, ignoring established political procedures. It may take the form of strikes, workplace occupations, sabotage, sit-ins, squatting, revolutionary/guerrilla warfare, demonstrations, vandalism or graffiti.

Of or pertaining to a class action.

a redressable action figure, like the original GI Joe. / sometimes, a doll or figure with a mechanical feature.

plural of action doll

Synonym of action movie

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.

Alternative form of man of action

A group of people joined temporarily to accomplish some task or take part in some organised collective action. / (US military) A component of a naval task force.