pleyen

Middle English

/ˈplɛi̯ən/, /ˈplɛi̯ən/

verb
Definitions
  • To entertain; to play or engage in recreation or sports:
  • To frolic or bounce around.
  • To bet or wager something in a game.
  • To engage in social behaviour; to make small-talk.
  • To act in a certain manner; to act like (something or someone):
  • To play music; to sing and/or play an instrument.
  • To plaw; to reach the boiling point.
  • (rare) To provide entertainment, happiness or fun; to participate in a performance that is neither theatrical or musical.
  • (rare) To work at; do something as one's job, career, or living.

Etymology

Inherited from Old English pleġan inherited from *plehan (vouch for, be concerned with, care about) affix from Middle English pleye.

Origin

Middle English

pleye

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