verb (used without object)
45. to exercise or employ oneself in diversion, amusement, or recreation.
46. to do something in sport that is not to be taken seriously.
47. to amuse oneself; toy; trifle (often fol. by with).
48. to take part or engage in a game.
49. to take part in a game for stakes; gamble.
50. to conduct oneself or act in a specified way: to play fair.
51. to act on or as if on the stage; perform.
52. to perform on a musical instrument.
53. (of an instrument or music) to sound in performance: The strings are playing well this evening.
54. (of a phonograph, radio, recording, etc.) to give forth sound: The radio played all night.