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walk-on

noun

Definitions

  1. A student athlete who wants to try out for a college sports or athletic team without the…

    A student athlete who wants to try out for a college sports or athletic team without the benefit of a scholarship or having been recruited.

  2. An actor of a small (or "bit") part in a theatrical production or film, often without…

    An actor of a small (or "bit") part in a theatrical production or film, often without speaking lines.

  3. Such a part in a play or film.

    • Did you exchange / A walk-on part in the war for a lead role in a cage?
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    1. One who arrives and boards transport (such as a train or ferry) without having booked in…

      One who arrives and boards transport (such as a train or ferry) without having booked in advance.

      • If you have a walk-on ticket you can have a full refund before the date of travel without paying the usual £10 administration fee.

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