character actor

/ˌkɛr(ə)ktər ˌæktər/
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Other forms: character actors

Definitions of character actor
  1. noun
    an actor who specializes in playing supporting roles
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    type of:
    actor, histrion, player, role player, thespian
    a theatrical performer
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