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stagehand

/ˈsteΙͺdΚ’hΓ¦nd/
B1 Β· Intermediateβ˜…β˜…β˜†β˜†β˜†
noun

Simple Meaning

a person who helps move things on a theater stage during a show.

When to Use

πŸ’ΌWorkplace EnglishπŸ’¬Daily Conversation
Intermediate β€” can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

β€œThe stagehand quickly moved the chairs before the next scene.”

β€œMy cousin works as a stagehand for a big Broadway show.”

β–ΆFull Definition

A person who works behind the scenes in a theater, setting up scenery, lighting, and props.

β€œThe stagehand quickly moved the heavy backdrop into place before the curtain rose.”

Related Words

Synonyms:
crew memberbackstage worker
Word Family:
stagehands

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