chorus boy
noun
: a young man who sings or dances in the chorus of a theatrical production (such as a musical or revue)
Examples of chorus boy in a Sentence
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After being spotted at a bodybuilding competition in London, Connery was invited to join the company of a touring production of South Pacific as a chorus boy; later, he was promoted to a speaking role.
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Liam Hess, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2020
One of its lead producers is from L.A., and ones of its chorus boys is quite popular among audience members with eyes.
—Craig Nakano, latimes.com, 9 June 2019
Liam Hess, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2020
One of its lead producers is from L.A., and ones of its chorus boys is quite popular among audience members with eyes.
—Craig Nakano, latimes.com, 9 June 2019
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Word History
First Known Use
1943, in the meaning defined above
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“Chorus boy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chorus%20boy. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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