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- Definition
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- play :a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
- he wrote several plays but only one was produced on Broadway
- play :participate in games or sport
- We played hockey all afternoon|play cards|Pele played for the Brazilian teams in many important matches
- play :a theatrical performance of a drama
- the play lasted two hours
- play :act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome
- This factor played only a minor part in his decision|This development played into her hands|I played no role in your dismissal
- play :a preset plan of action in team sports
- the coach drew up the plays for her team
- play :play on an instrument
- The band played all night long
- play :a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill
- he made a great maneuver|the runner was out on a play by the shortstop
- play :play a role or part
- Gielgud played Hamlet|She wants to act Lady Macbeth, but she is too young for the role|She played the servant to her husband's master