Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
starring role
noun
/ˈstärɪŋ roʊl/
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Definition
A starring role is a leading or principal part in a play, film, or other performance.
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Examples
- She landed a starring role in the new blockbuster movie.
- His starring role in the theatre production earned him critical acclaim.
- After several auditions, she finally got the starring role she had always dreamed of.
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Meaning
It refers to the main character or the actor who plays the most significant part in the production.
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Synonyms
- lead role
- main role
- principal role
- feature role