Offstage
(adjective)
Not on stage or not in view of the audience.
Origin:
Derived from the phrase 'off stage', which means 'not on stage or not in view of the audience'. this adjective is often used to describe someone or something that is not visible or not participating in a performance or event that is taking place.
Examples:
- The actors were waiting offstage until it was their turn to perform.
- The singer was adjusting her costume offstage before going on.
- The dancers were practicing their steps offstage.
- The magician was preparing his props offstage.
- The comedian was pacing offstage, preparing for his act.