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leading man

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leading man [ˈliːdɪŋ]
n
(Performing Arts / Theatre) a man who plays the main part in a film, play, etc.
leading lady  fem n
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.leading manleading man - actor who plays the leading male role
actor, histrion, thespian, role player, player - a theatrical performer
Translations
leading man n (Theatre) → primo attore
leading man n (Theatre) → primo attore


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At a short distance from the wigwams, they were met by Waban, a leading man among the Indians at that place, accompanied by others, and were welcomed with "English salutations.
Grandfather's Chair by Hawthorne, Nathaniel View in context
"It's a baddish business," he added when the butler had gone; "he's our leading man about here, is old Cunningham, and a very decent fellow too.
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These feelings of pride are beginning to wear away; but formerly a leading man would sooner have died, than undergone the indignity of carrying the smallest burden.
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