English Explanatory Dictionary

understudy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To study or know a role to such an extent as to be able to replace the normal performer when required.
  2. To act as an understudy (to someone).
  3. To act in a similar manner to some known person.
noun
  1. A performer who understudies; a standby for a study.

Pronunciation

/ˈʌndɚstʌdi/ /ˈʌndəstʌdi/ En-us-ncalif-undertusdy.ogg en-au-understudy.ogg

Word forms

understudy understudies understudying understudied

Etymology

From under- + study.

Synonyms

standby
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