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- pronunciation:
- pleI
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a story written to be acted on a stage.
Our class put on a play for the whole school.- similar words:
- comedy, performance, show
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| definition 2: |
activity that is meant to relax or amuse.
The parents watched their children at play.
- synonyms:
- entertainment, recreation
- antonyms:
- work
- similar words:
- fun
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| related words: |
amusement, game |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
plays, playing, played |
| definition 1: |
to act the part of someone or something for an audience.
She will play an evil queen in the play.
- synonyms:
- perform
- similar words:
- represent
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| definition 2: |
to be in a game or contest.
Let's play soccer.
- synonyms:
- participate in
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| definition 3: |
to make music with.
She plays the piano very well.
- similar words:
- perform
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| definition 4: |
to take part in activities that are just for fun.
The children played outside all day.
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| related words: |
act |
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| derivations: |
playable (adj.), playlike (adj.) |
Word Builder: play +
- player:
a person who plays a game.
- playground:
a space where people play.
- playful:
not serious; wanting to play and have fun.
- playmate:
a friend with whom you play.
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art, communication, dog, energy, game, instrument, leisure, literature, music, school, theater |
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