Dictionary definition · DO
noun
- doctor's degree in osteopathy
- an uproarious party
- the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization
verb
- engage in"make love, not war"
- carry out or perform an action"John did the painting, the weeding, and he cleaned out the gutters"
- get (something) done"I did my job"
- proceed or get along"How is she doing in her new job?"
- give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally"cause a commotion"
- carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions"practice law"
- be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity"A few words would answer"
- create or design, often in a certain way"Do my room in blue"
- behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself"You should act like an adult"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).