headliner
Definition
Noun: 1. A performer who receives prominent billing: A headliner is the main or most famous performer in a show, concert, or event. Their name is featured most prominently in advertisements and promotional materials.
Usage
The word "headliner" is used to specify the primary act or star attraction in an entertainment context. It distinguishes the main performer from the supporting or opening acts.
Examples
- Noun:
- The famous rock band was the headliner for the three-day music festival.
- She has worked hard for years and is now a headliner in Las Vegas.
- The comedy club's headliner this weekend is a well-known television actor.
Advanced Usage
- "To headline" (verb): The related verb means to be the main performer in a show.
- The singer will headline the stadium tour next summer.
- Concept of "top billing": Being a headliner means receiving "top billing," where one's name appears first and largest on promotional posters and announcements.
Variants and Related Words
- Headline (verb): To be the main or featured act.
- Headlining (adjective/participle): Describing the act that is the main attraction.
- The headlining band went on stage at 9 PM.
Synonyms
- Star
- Main attraction
- Top billing
- Featured act
Antonyms
- Opening act
- Support act
- Warm-up act
Related Phrases
- To share headline billing: When two or more major performers are given equal prominence as the main attractions.
- The two legendary singers shared headline billing for the charity concert.
Noun
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a performer who receives prominent billing
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