Definition of "understudies" []

• Plural form of understudy. (noun)
• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of understudy. (verb)

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• "Irons watched his understudies from the sidelines with a sprained toe and ankle, though the offense appeared to limp more than him at times."
• "We even have the covers aka understudies as "relief pitchers" in some companies."
• "Missing four seasoned and talented members of the squad weakens any team, no matter how good the 'understudies' are."