v. t. & i. | 1. | (Theater) To study, as another actor's part, in order to be his substitute in an emergency; to study another actor's part. |
n. | 1. | One who studies another's part with a view to assuming it in an emergency. |
Noun | 1. | understudy - an actor able to replace a regular performer when required Synonyms: standby |
Verb | 1. | understudy - be an understudy or alternate for a role Synonyms: alternate |