Playtime
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpleɪtaɪm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Playtime is a noun meaning (countable, uncountable) Time for play or diversion.
Meaning
(countable, uncountable) Time for play or diversion.
More Meanings
- (UK, Australia, countable, uncountable) A time when children can play outside during the school day.
- (figurative, uncountable) A duration of time when one is not as serious or committed as one could be, especially in a conflict of sorts.
- The duration of a recording.
Example Sentences
The school bell rings to mark the end of playtime.
The longest track on the album has a playtime of eight minutes.
I thought I could go easy on you and win, but I suppose playtime is over.
Word Forms
- playtimes
Synonyms for playtime
Depending on context, synonyms include recess, breaktime, break, playday.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include playday, recreation, play, leisure, recess, rec.
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