a role that is poorly played or a role that embarreses the one who is playing it.

a phrase that describes a person who is trying to hard to gain the attention or respect of a female. Viewed as a waste of time by one's peers.
a pointless role, usually followed by salt and aggravation.
After buying his date several drinks, Gario realized that he was playing a sour role and decided to go home.

Since he was never allowed to do what he wanted to do, Paul's relationship with Trisha could be classiifed as a sour role.
by Maurice Cheeks February 27, 2005
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