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supernumerary

/ˌsuːpərˈnʌmərəri/ adjective · British & US
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What does supernumerary mean?

adjective

Exceeding or in addition to the usual or normal number; additional or extra.

Example

"The supernumerary actors were hired to play minor roles in the production."

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