WALK-ON Definition & Meaning

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walk-on

[ wawk-on, -awn ]

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Also called walking part. a small part in a play or other entertainment, especially one without speaking lines. Compare bit ²( def 6 ).
an entertainer or actor who plays such a part.
an athlete trying out for a team who has not been drafted, specifically invited, scouted, awarded a scholarship, etc.

walk-on

1. a small part in a play or theatrical entertainment, esp one without any lines
2. ( as modifier )
  a walk-on part

(of an aircraft or air service) having seats to be booked immediately before departure rather than in advance

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Origin of walk-on¹

First recorded in 1900–05; noun use of verb phrase walk on

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