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Supernumerary (Noun)

Meaning 1

A minor actor in crowd scenes.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The film's budget allowed for only a small number of speaking roles, so many actors were hired as supernumeraries to fill out crowd scenes.
  • As a young actress just starting out, Sarah often found herself working as a supernumerary in large productions.
  • Casting agents typically seek out attractive and physically able-bodied individuals to work as supernumeraries in period dramas.
  • John had always dreamed of being a famous actor, but for now he was happy to work as a supernumerary on movie sets.
  • Working as a supernumerary on several TV shows, Emma was able to pay her bills while continuing to audition for more substantial roles.

Synonyms

  • Extra
  • Spear Carrier

Hypernyms

  • Player
  • Thespian
  • Histrion
  • Role Player

Meaning 2

A person serving no apparent function; "reducing staff is difficult because our employees include no supernumeraries".

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The company was forced to lay off several employees, but the CEO's nephew remained on the payroll as a supernumerary.
  • After the merger, many supernumeraries were let go as the company streamlined its operations.
  • The new manager was tasked with identifying and eliminating supernumeraries in the department.
  • Despite the economic downturn, the company retained several supernumeraries who were friends of the owner.
  • The board of directors was criticized for retaining several high-paid supernumeraries who contributed little to the organization.

Hypernyms

  • Somebody
  • Soul
  • Individual
  • Someone
  • Mortal

Related Words

  • Supernumerary (adjective)
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