minor role

/ˌmaɪnər roʊl/
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Other forms: minor roles

Definitions of minor role
  1. noun
    a small role
    synonyms: bit part
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    types:
    soubrette
    a minor female role as a pert flirtatious lady's maid in a comedy
    type of:
    character, part, persona, role, theatrical role
    an actor's portrayal of someone in a play, film, etc...
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