Playing, in the process of playing. / (figuratively) In action.

(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 compete against, in a game.

(uncountable, formerly countable) Activity for amusement only, especially among the young. / (uncountable) Similar activity in young animals, as they explore their environment and learn new skills.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see play, on. / To exploit by exacerbating. / (cricket, of a batsman) to hit the ball into his own wicket, thus being out bowled

(cricket, reflexive, play oneself in) Of a batsman, to settle and become comfortable with the conditions at the beginning of his innings.

simple past tense and past participle of play

(gerund of play) An occasion on which something, such as a song or show, is played.

present participle of play

present participle of play on

simple past tense and past participle of play on