No. 9,092 in French
comparses
"Comparses" refers to supporting characters or secondary participants, often with minor roles in a group or situation.
In a sentence
Les comparses du film ont joué leurs rôles avec discrétion.
The extras in the film played their roles discreetly.
Here, 'comparses' refers to the extras or minor characters in a film or theatrical production.
Il est souvent entouré de comparses qui le soutiennent dans ses décisions.
He is often surrounded by accomplices who support him in his decisions.
In this context, 'comparses' means accomplices or people who help or are part of someone's group of supporters.
Dans la pièce, les comparses ont parfaitement mis en valeur les protagonistes.
In the play, the supporting cast appropriately highlighted the protagonists.
Here, 'comparses' refers to the supporting cast or individuals who help accentuate the main characters.
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