Meaning of the word extras in English

What does extras mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

extras

US /ˈɛk.strəz/
UK /ˈɛk.strəz/

Plural Noun

1.

things that are not essential but are added to something else to make it better or more complete

Example:
The car comes with many extras, like heated seats and a sunroof.
The hotel room included breakfast and other small extras.
2.

people who are hired to play very small parts in a movie or play, usually in a crowd scene

Example:
The director needed hundreds of extras for the battle scene.
She started her acting career as an extra in a TV show.