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Meaning of male lead
The primary meaning of "male lead" refers to the main male character in a film, play, or other performance.
Etymology of male lead
The term "male lead" is derived from the combination of "male" referring to the gender of the character or actor, and "lead" which originates from the Old English word "lædan" meaning to guide or conduct, and has been used in the context of performances since the 17th century to refer to the main or principal role.
Synonyms
hero
protagonist
lead actor
main character
star
principal
headliner
leading man
central figure
main attraction
key player
central character
hero figure
leading role
main protagonist
central protagonist
starring role
title role
lead role
hero part
main part
starring part
lead part
main character role
hero character
leading character
main figure
key character
central person
main personality
lead personality
hero personality
Definitions
- The main male character in a film, play, or other performance
- * The male actor who plays the main role in a film, play, or other performance
Usage Examples
- The male lead in the new movie is played by a talented young actor.
- * She fell in love with the male lead in her favorite TV show.
- * The director had a hard time finding the right actor to play the male lead in the play.
Antonyms
female lead
supporting actor
secondary character
minor role
guest star
cameo appearance
extra
walk-on
minor character
background actor
secondary figure
lesser role
smaller part
lesser part
bit part
minor part
small role
insignificant role
unimportant character
insignificant character