figurant
noun
fig·u·rant
Definition of figurant
-s
1 : a member of a dance troupe who dances only in groups or figures
2 : one that figures in a scene without speaking or without taking a prominent part
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Origin and Etymology of figurant
French figurant, from present participle of figurer to figure, represent, appear — more at figure
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