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playing

/ˈpleɪ.ɪŋ/ · verb

Meaning

  1. To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
  2. To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).
  3. To take part in amorous activity; to make love.
  4. To act as the indicated role, especially in a performance.
  5. (heading) To produce music or theatre.
  6. (heading) To behave in a particular way.
  7. (gerund of play) An occasion on which something, such as a song or show, is played.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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