Character actor
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A supporting actor who specializes in playing eccentric or unusual roles.
"In an interview with Charlie Rose in November 1999, Johnny Depp stated that he really would like to be known as, and work as, a character actor. Depp cites Lon Chaney as his model and hero, “the greatest character actor of all time.""
- 2 an actor who specializes in playing supporting roles wordnet
Example
More examples"In an interview with Charlie Rose in November 1999, Johnny Depp stated that he really would like to be known as, and work as, a character actor. Depp cites Lon Chaney as his model and hero, “the greatest character actor of all time.""