Role to play

PART

Think of what an actor is assigned in a script or how a whole can be divided.

"Role to play" hints at the word "PART" because it’s a common term for an acting role in theater or film. The clue plays on the double meaning of "part"—both as a character an actor portrays and as a portion of something. It’s a straightforward definition without hidden wordplay, relying on the everyday use of the word. Think of phrases like "playing a part" to see the connection.