spil

Danish

noun
Definitions
  • A game.
  • A box of equipment and such used for a game.
  • A specific part of a game, such as a round or level.
  • conditionsConditions or limitlimits of a game.
  • A sport.
  • An instance resulting in the play of a sport, such as a result of who won or lost.
  • The act of playing music, singing.
  • Parts of a body being used in a fast manner.
  • A reflex, often a seizure.
  • A theatrical performance featuring actoractors, a play.
  • An actor's improvisation.

Etymology

Derived from Middle Low German spil (noun).

Origin

Middle Low German

spil

Gloss

noun

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