To play
Example: They play football in the park
Definition
"To play" means to engage in an activity for enjoyment, recreation, or amusement, often involving games, sports, or imaginative actions. It can also refer to performing music or acting in a theatrical production.
Etymology
The verb "to play" comes from Old English "plegian," meaning to exercise, frolic, or perform music. Its origins trace back to Germanic roots related to movement and activity. Did you know? The word has been associated with both leisure and performance since early usage.
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"To play" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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