Spear Carrier (Noun)
Meaning
A minor actor in crowd scenes.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The extras in the background of the epic battle scene were mere spear carriers, with little to no dialogue.
- After years of playing small roles, he finally landed a speaking part and was no longer relegated to being a spear carrier.
- As a spear carrier in the film's climactic finale, she had to endure long hours of filming in heavy costume.
- Despite being a spear carrier, he still managed to make a memorable impression on the audience with his energetic performance.
- His acting career was marked by years of being a spear carrier in various television shows and movies.