player

Definition

  • noun: a person who plays a sport or game
  • noun: one that 'plays'
  • synonyms: roscius, actor, actress

Examples

  • Even the movie's 'bit players' [=people who perform very small roles] are excellent.

  • The other people on the staff don't like him because he's not a 'team player'.

  • The band's lead guitar 'player' hurt his hand and couldn't play.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) What looks good? So you're telling me it's a matter of probability and odds. I was worried there was some chance involved. Well, only if you assume the player with the best hand wins. So that would be what you call "bluffing"? You've heard the term. Then you'll also know that in poker (..)
    2006 Casino Royale
  • (..) in return for everything he knows. I'm putting you in the game... ...replacing someone who's playing for a syndicate. According to Villiers, you're the best player in the Service. Trust me, I wish it wasn't the case. I would ask you if you could remain emotionally detached... ...but I don't think (..)
    2006 Casino Royale