Stuntman: meaning, definitions and examples

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stuntman

[ ˈstʌntmən ]

Noun

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movie industry

A stuntman is a professional performer who carries out dangerous stunts in place of the main actor, typically in movies, television, or live performances. They are trained in various physical skills and techniques to ensure the safety of themselves and others during the execution of these stunts.

Synonyms

action actor, stunt double, stunt performer.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
stuntman	Used to refer to a male professional who performs hazardous physical feats, generally in movies or TV shows. The stuntman jumped from the burning building. They hired a stuntman for the high-speed car chase.
stunt performer	A more inclusive and gender-neutral term for someone who performs stunts, often used in professional or formal contexts. The stunt performer executed the high-wire act flawlessly. More than fifty stunt performers worked on that action-packed movie.
stunt double	Used when referring to someone who looks similar to an actor and performs dangerous stunts on behalf of that actor to ensure their safety. The stunt double performed the motorcycle jump in place of the lead actor. They used a stunt double for the explosion scene.
action actor	Refers to an actor who is skilled in performing action sequences but may not necessarily do the most dangerous stunts themselves. This term is broader and includes actors who specialize in action roles. He's famous as an action actor in many blockbuster films. The action actor trained extensively for his fight scenes.

Examples of usage

He hired a stuntman to perform the car chase scene in the movie.
The stuntman jumped off the building, landing safely on the airbag below.

Translations

Translations of the word "stuntman" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dublê

🇮🇳 स्टंटमैन

🇩🇪 Stuntman

🇮🇩 pemeran pengganti

🇺🇦 каскадер

🇵🇱 kaskader

🇯🇵 スタントマン

🇫🇷 cascadeur

🇪🇸 doble de acción

🇹🇷 dublör

🇰🇷 스턴트맨

🇸🇦 مؤدي الحركات الخطيرة

🇨🇿 kaskadér

🇸🇰 kaskadér

🇨🇳 特技演员

🇸🇮 kaskader

🇮🇸 áhættuleikari

🇰🇿 каскадер

🇬🇪 კასკადიორი

🇦🇿 kaskadyor

🇲🇽 doble de acción

Etymology

The term 'stuntman' originated in the early 20th century, as the film industry began to incorporate more action sequences that required specialized skills. Stunt performers have since become an integral part of filmmaking, contributing to the excitement and realism of movies and TV shows.