playing (A1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈpleɪ.ɪŋ/
Definition
Engaging in an activity for enjoyment or recreation, or participating in a game or sport.
Examples
The children are playing with their toys.
He spent the afternoon playing chess.
They were playing a new video game.
How to Use playing
- play with (prepositional phrase)
- To engage in an activity or use an object for enjoyment. — "The children are playing with blocks."
- play on (prepositional phrase)
- To perform music on an instrument. — "He is playing on his new guitar."
- play for (prepositional phrase)
- To represent a team or organization in a sport. — "She plays for the national team."
- play against (prepositional phrase)
- To compete with an opponent in a game or sport. — "Our team is playing against the champions."
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