walk-on

[ wawk-on, -awn ]
/ ˈwɔkˌɒn, -ˌɔn /

noun

Also called walking part. a small part in a play or other entertainment, especially one without speaking lines. Compare bit2(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.

Origin of walk-on

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

Words nearby walk-on

walk-in, walk-in apartment, walk-in closet, walk-in refrigerator, walk-off, walk-on, walk-out, walk-through, walk-through angina, walk-up, walkable

Words related to walk on

piece, star, actor, performer, appearance, act, character, part, aspect, portrayal, performance, artist, clown, player, villain, comedian, entertainer, dialogue, hero, lead

British Dictionary definitions for walk on

walk-on

noun

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

adjective

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