| play footsie with |
(informal) to engage in flirtation or surreptitious sexual intimacies with, as by touching someone's foot beneath a table. [2 definitions] |
| playful |
cheerfully energetic. [2 definitions] |
| playfully |
in a gently humorous manner; not seriously. |
| playgirl |
a wealthy girl or woman who spends her time pursuing social and sensual pleasures. |
| playgoer |
one who often attends theatrical performances. |
| playground |
an outdoor area where children can play, often containing recreational equipment such as swings and seesaws. [2 definitions] |
| play havoc with |
to destroy. [2 definitions] |
| play hob with |
to treat or trick mischievously. |
| playhouse |
a theater where plays are performed. [3 definitions] |
| playing card |
one of a set of usu. fifty-two cards that are divided into four suits of spades, clubs, hearts, and diamonds, and are used in playing various games. |
| playing field |
an area, often groomed and marked, on which field games are played. |
| play it by ear |
to act without planning in advance; improvise. |
| play it safe |
to act so as to prevent or avoid misfortune or danger; be cautious. |
| playlet |
a short play or drama; skit. |
| playlist |
a selection of audio or visual tapes played by a radio or television station. |
| playmate |
a young child's companion in playing. |
| playoff |
in sports, final or extra games or rounds to settle a tie or decide a championship. |
| play one's cards |
to make and carry out the most advantageous choice. |
| play on words |
a pun, or an act or instance of punning. |
| play out |
to develop and progress to conclusion; proceed. [3 definitions] |
| playpen |
a small, usu. portable enclosure where a baby or young child can play safely. |