spear-carrier

[US]/[ˈspɪər ˌkærɪər]/
[UK]/[ˈspɪər ˌkærɪər]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A minor, often anonymous, performer in a theatrical production or film, typically used to fill the background or stage.; A person who supports or enables someone else, often without being prominently involved themselves.

Phrases & Collocations

a spear-carrier

spear-carriers

being a spear-carrier

the spear-carrier

spear-carrier role

spear-carrier's duty

spear-carrier group

spear-carrier position

spear-carrier type

Example Sentences

the spear-carrier dutifully followed orders, unaware of the larger plan.

he felt like a spear-carrier in the corporate world, just pushing papers.

many actors start as spear-carriers before landing a leading role.

she described herself as a spear-carrier in her husband's ambitious scheme.

the spear-carrier's role was essential, even if unglamorous.

he resented being treated as a mere spear-carrier in the project.

the director used the spear-carriers to create a sense of scale in the battle scene.

despite being a spear-carrier, he always gave his best effort.

the play featured a large cast of spear-carriers in the background.

they were just spear-carriers, easily replaceable in the grand scheme.

he transitioned from being a spear-carrier to a supporting character.

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