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playing

Pronunciation: /ˈplæi̯inɡ(ə)/

“playing” is a Middle English word. Its 6 meanings in English:

noun

  1. playing, having fun, entertainment, revelry.
  2. The playing of a game or sport; ludic entertainment.
  3. The participation or running of a play or performance.
  4. The duration something is boiling for.
  5. comedy, humour.

adverb

  1. jestfully

Etymology

From pleyen + -ynge.

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