Play the heavy In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "play the heavy", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-11-04 09:11

Meaning of Play the heavy

Play the heavy phrase

The adjective "heavy" was used to describe the villain’s part in theater from about 1800 on, and by 1900 "heavy" was being used as a noun for such a role. Only in the mid-twentieth century was it extended to offstage events.

To play the part of ​the main bad character in a story, play, etc.; to do something necessary yet unwanted or disagreeable, especially acting strictly or without showing any kindness, sympathy.

 

I didn't want to scold my son, so I let my husband play the heavy.

After playing the heavy in that movie successfully, John garnered chorus praise from critics.

Origin of Play the heavy

This phrase was formed based on the meaning of the noun "heavy."
 

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