/ˈækʃәn/ – Noun
Definition: 1. hành vi, hành động;
2. hoạt động;
3. biện pháp;
4. kiện, truy tố trước tòa, buộc tội trước tòa;
5. vụ án, tố tụng tư pháp, trình tự tố tụng, thủ tục xét xử;
6. quyết định của chuyên viên cơ quan cấp bằng sáng chế.
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, an “action” refers to a formal proceeding in a court of law by which one party prosecutes another for the enforcement or protection of a right, the redress or prevention of a wrong, or the punishment of a public offense. It is a legal process by which a party seeks a legal or equitable remedy against another party.
Example: 1. She filed an action with the court.
2. Mr Latif said his client’s actions were completely out of character and were drink-induced.