Meaning of straight man in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    straight man

    Definitions

    1. a performer who acts as stooge to a comedian

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  • « It's not common for a woman on television, especially if she's the mom of the family, to be funny. She's usually a straight man or foil. »
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