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minor player
[/ˈmaɪnər ˈpleɪər/]
noun
pl: minor players
ator secundário
1.
a person or organization of little importance or influence in a particular field or situation
Despite its growth, the company remains a minor player in the smartphone market.
Apesar do crescimento, a empresa continua sendo um ator secundário no mercado de smartphones.
2.
someone with a small or insignificant role in an event, organization, or activity
He was only a minor player in the political scandal.
Ele era apenas um personagem secundário no escândalo político.
NYC Slang
small-timer
Synonyms
small player
bit player
lesser player
supporting actor
secondary figure
Antonyms
major player
key player
leading figure
main actor
principal actor
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ator secundário
most commonly used translation
Brazil
jogador menor
used in sports context
Portugal
ator secundário
standard usage
Portugal
figura de menor importância
more formal alternative
Related Idioms & Phrases
play second fiddle
take a back seat
be in the wings
not be in the big leagues
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