Play
/pleɪ/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:9 ptsWWF:10 pts4 letters
Definition of Play
noun
- Activity for amusement only, especially among the young.
"Children learn through play."
- Similar activity in young animals, as they explore their environment and learn new skills.
"This kind of play helps the young lion cubs develop their hunting skills."
- The conduct, or course, of a game.
"After the rain break, play resumed at 3 o'clock."
- An individual's performance in a sport or game.
"His play has improved a lot this season."
- A short sequence of action within a game.
"That was a great play by the Mudchester Rovers forward."
verb
- To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
"They played long and hard."
- To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).
"He plays on three teams"
- To take part in amorous activity; to make love.
- To act as the indicated role, especially in a performance.
"He plays the King, and she's the Queen."
- (heading) To produce music or theatre.
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