Definition of "second fiddle" in English

Noun

1. A fiddle part in harmony to the first fiddle.

   • The second fiddle on that tune is almost as hard as the first fiddle.

2. The person playing second fiddle.

   • I've been second fiddle in that orchestra for ten years now.

3. A sidekick or subordinate, or the role of such a person.

   • I'm tired of being your second fiddle!