iserith
Magic Wordsmith
Heh, if you google the definition of role-playing, both meanings are right there:
Saelorn was using definition 1 and saying that's what he prefers. But that doesn't mean definition 2 is invalid, and I don't think anyone ever meant to imply differently.
"Roleplaying" is also clearly defined in the rules of the game as the player playing a role, which can be communicated through active or descriptive means. The player's prescribed role in the game does not include adding details beyond describing what he or she wants to do, however. Though I personally find those details to be a good addition to the game within certain reasonable limits.