V2 |
| carry out or perform an action | |||
V2 |
| handle effectively | |||
V2 |
| produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically | |||
V2 |
| [in music] play on a pipe | |||
V1, V2 |
| participate in games or sport | |||
V1 |
| [in dramaturgy] perform on a stage or theater | |||
V1 |
| [in performing_arts] be performed or presented for public viewing | |||
V1 |
| be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children | |||
V2 |
| [in music] perform music on (a musical instrument) | |||
V1, V2 |
| [in performing_arts] give a performance (of something) | |||
V1, V2 |
| [in performing_arts] play a role or part | |||
V2 |
| put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game | |||
V1 |
| [in music] play on an instrument |