offstage meaning and definition

OFFSTAGE noun

Definition of offstage (noun)

1. a stage area out of sight of the audience
   • synonyms: backstage, wing

OFFSTAGE adjective

Definition of offstage (adjective)

1. situated or taking place in the area of a stage not visible to the audience
   • "offstage noises"
   • antonym: onstage
2. concealed from public view or attention
   • "offstage political meetings"
   • synonyms: backstage

OFFSTAGE adverb

Definition of offstage (adverb)

1. behind the scenes; not on stage
   • "the actors were waiting offstage"
   • antonym: onstage
2. not in public
   • "the deal was done offstage"