1. theatrical works written for performance
Usage: plural
2. actions in a game or sport
Usage: plural

1. engages in activity for enjoyment and recreation
Usage: third person singular present
2. participates in a sport or game
Usage: third person singular present
3. performs music on an instrument
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• She plays the piano beautifully.
• He plays basketball every weekend.
• The child plays with her toys for hours.
• The actor plays the villain in three different plays.
• The coach reviewed all the plays from last night’s game.
• Shakespeare wrote many famous plays.
• The team plays better at home than away.
• She plays her music too loudly.