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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun A man who substitutes for a performer in scenes requiring physical daring or involving physical risk.

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  • noun In films, someone who performs stunts that are deemed too dangerous or physically difficult for the main actors to attempt.

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stunt +‎ man

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