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1. play
verb. ['ˈpleɪ'] participate in games or sport.
Synonyms
- exit
- complete
- fumble
- take on
- unblock
- nail
- volley
- start
- call
- play out
- walk
- die
- replay
- field
- put out
- cradle
- seesaw
- golf
- fullback
- teetertotter
- backstop
- curl
- face off
- foul
- gamble
- bully off
- snooker
- ace
- compete
- bowl
- meet
- contend
- putt
- bandy
- develop
- tee off
- bid
- revoke
- line up
- teeter-totter
- misplay
- catch
- cricket
- vie
- croquet
- encounter
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
Rhymes with Play Hooky
- rookie
- cookie
- bookie
2. play
noun. ['ˈpleɪ'] a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage.
Synonyms
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
3. play
verb. ['ˈpleɪ'] act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome.
Synonyms
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. play
verb. ['ˈpleɪ'] play on an instrument.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. play
verb. ['ˈpleɪ'] play a role or part.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
6. play
verb. ['ˈpleɪ'] be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. play
verb. ['ˈpleɪ'] replay (as a melody).
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. play
noun. ['ˈpleɪ'] a preset plan of action in team sports.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
9. play
noun. ['ˈpleɪ'] a theatrical performance of a drama.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
10. play
verb. ['ˈpleɪ'] pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind.
Etymology
- playen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- pleye (Middle English (1100-1500))
- plæg (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
Sentences with play-hooky
1. Noun Phrase
When you call, your boss has the ability to hear your voice and is less likely to think you're lying about your condition to play hooky for the day.
2. Noun Phrase
A sofa throw changes the look of your living room, whether it splashes some color across neutral decor, camouflages a problem, or just invites you to play hooky and curl up with a good book.
