Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of extra
"The special effects crew added some impressive extras to the battle scene, including a dozen armored soldiers and a giant dragon."
In plain English: Extras are people who appear in movies or shows to fill out scenes without having any speaking roles.
"The restaurant added appetizers and desserts as extras to our meal."
Usage: Use "extras" to refer to additional items or services provided beyond what is standard or expected, such as free snacks included with a ticket purchase. Avoid using the term when describing something that is merely unusual or bizarre, which requires different vocabulary like "oddities."
Derived from the Latin prefix extra- meaning "outside," the term originally referred to items or people outside the main group but was adopted in English by the mid-19th century to denote additional features, personnel, or performances beyond what is standard.