supe1
/suːp/ /sjuːp/slang. Chiefly US
noun
1= supernumerary; especially a theatrical extra.
2= superintendent; especially a police superintendent.
Origin
Early 19th century. Shortened from formations in super-.
supe2
/suːp/ /sjuːp/Now rare
verb
[no object] To act as a supernumerary in a theatre, shop, etc.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in The North American Review. From supe.