Play at

verb

Word Frequency: 1.9

Definitions

1.verbTo pretend to be a different person while playing a game.

"So we played at being pirates for a while."

2.verbTo do something in a manner that lacks seriousness, commitment, or professionalism.

"In my opinion, John only plays at being an author. He hasn't sold more than two magazine articles in as many months."

3.verbTo play (a game).

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