Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
second-banana
noun
/ˈsɛkənd bəˈnænə/
Definition
A person who plays a secondary or supporting role, particularly in a comedy duo or entertainment context.
Examples
- The comedian was the second-banana in the show, always ready with a clever quip to support the lead actor.
- In the buddy cop film, one officer served as the main character while the other was the second-banana, contributing humor and insight.
Meaning
The term often refers to someone who is not the main star but provides important support or comic relief.
Synonyms
- sidekick
- supporting actor
- comic relief
- understudy
