byplay

• Существительное, обозначающее побочное или второстепенное действие, часто исполняемое актёром для драматического эффекта, или, в более общем смысле, любая побочная деятельность или разговор, происходящие наряду с основным действием.

A noun referring to incidental or secondary action, often performed by an actor for dramatic effect, or more generally, any side activity or conversation that occurs alongside the main action.

uncountable

1. Incidental dramatic actionC1formal

   Secondary or incidental action performed by an actor on stage, often for dramatic effect or to add depth to a scene.

   Побочное действие

   • The actor's subtle byplay with the prop added humor to the scene.
   • During the main dialogue, the byplay between the two characters hinted at their secret alliance.
   • The director encouraged natural byplay to make the performance feel more authentic.

   Synonymsbusinessstage business