spear-carriers

noun

a supernumerary in a theatrical or operatic production, as one of a group of soldiers or a member of a crowd; extra.

any minor member of a group, profession, political party, etc.; subordinate; underling.

Also, spear-car·ri·er.

Origin:
1950–55

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spear carrier
noun
a minor actor in crowd scenes [syn: supernumerary]

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