Meaning of the word "play around" in English
What does "play around" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
play around
US /pleɪ əˈraʊnd/
UK /pleɪ əˈraʊnd/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to behave in a silly or playful way, often without serious intent
Example:
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The kids were just playing around in the park.
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Stop playing around and focus on your homework.
2.
to experiment with something, often in a casual or exploratory way
Example:
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I'm just playing around with some new software.
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He likes to play around with different musical instruments.
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