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 acting out acting out /ˈæktɪŋ aʊt/

noun

  1. (psychiatry) the display of previously inhibited emotions (often in actions rather than words); considered to be healthy and therapeutic  ( acting out )
    (psychiatry) the display of previously inhibited emotions (often in actions rather than words); considered to be healthy and therapeutic
  2. A (usually irritating) impulsive and uncontrollable outburst by a problem child or a neurotic adult  ( acting out )
    a (usually irritating) impulsive and uncontrollable outburst by a problem child or a neurotic adult