straight man
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straight man
n.
The partner in a comedy team who feeds lines to the other comedian, who then makes witty replies.
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straight man
n
(Theatre) a subsidiary actor who acts as stooge to a comedian
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straight′ man`
n.
an entertainer who plays the part of a foil for a comic partner.
[1925–30]
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| Noun | 1. | straight man - a performer who acts as stooge to a comedian performer, performing artist - an entertainer who performs a dramatic or musical work for an audience |
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