Associations to the word «Understudy»

Wiktionary

UNDERSTUDY, verb. To study or know a role to such an extent as to be able to replace the normal performer when required
UNDERSTUDY, verb. To act as an understudy (to someone)
UNDERSTUDY, noun. A performer who understudies; a standby

Dictionary definition

UNDERSTUDY, noun. An actor able to replace a regular performer when required.
UNDERSTUDY, verb. Be an understudy or alternate for a role.

Wise words

A word is not a crystal, transparent and unchanged; it is the skin of a living thought and may vary greatly in color and content according to the circumstances and time in which it is used.
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.