Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
body-double
Noun
/ˈbɒdiˈdʌbəl/
Definition
A body-double is a person who substitutes for an actor during the filming of a scene, typically in situations where nudity or a dangerous stunt is involved.
Examples
- In some action movies, a body-double is used for stunts that are too risky for the lead actor.
- The actress hired a body-double for the more challenging scenes in the film.
- Using a body-double allowed the director to achieve the desired scene without putting the actor in harm’s way.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who takes the place of another individual, especially an actor, to perform specific parts of a film or stage production.
Synonyms
- stand-in
- stunt double
- substitute
