playing

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the act of playing a musical instrument
  2. noun the action of taking part in a game or sport or other recreation
  3. noun the performance of a part or role in a drama

Etymology

From Middle English playing; equivalent to play + -ing.

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