play

Definitions

• (intransitive) To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
• (transitive) To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).
• (intransitive) To take part in amorous activity; to make love.
• (transitive) To act as the indicated role, especially in a performance.
• (heading) To produce music or theatre.
• (heading) To behave in a particular way.
• (transitive) To move in any manner; especially, to move regularly with alternate or reciprocating motion; to operate.
• (intransitive) To move to and fro.
• (transitive) To put in action or motion.
• (transitive) To keep in play, as a hooked fish in order to land it.
• (transitive) To manipulate, deceive, or swindle someone.