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spear–carrier

noun spear–car·ri·er \ˈspir-ˌka-rē-ər\

Definition of SPEAR-CARRIER

1
a :  a member of an opera chorus
b :  a bit actor in a play
2
:  a person whose actions are of little significance or value in an event or organization
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First Known Use of SPEAR-CARRIER

1953

Rhymes with SPEAR-CARRIER

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