PLAYING
(noun, verb)Definitions
How to pronounce playing:
Playing - as a noun
The act of playing a musical instrument
The action of taking part in a game or sport or other recreation
The performance of a part or role in a drama
Playing - as a verb
To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.
Example: "They played long and hard."
To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).
Example: "He plays on three teams"
To take part in amorous activity; to make love.
To act as the indicated role, especially in a performance.
Example: "He plays the king, and she's the queen."
(heading) to produce music or theatre.
(heading) to behave in a particular way.
To move in any manner; especially, to move regularly with alternate or reciprocating motion; to operate.
Example: "He played the torch beam around the room."
To move to and fro.
To put in action or motion.
Example: "To play a trump in a card game"
To keep in play, as a hooked fish in order to land it.
To manipulate, deceive, or swindle someone.
Example: "You played me!"
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Word Game Points
PLAYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
PLAYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
PLAYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.