Synonyms

playtime

American

[pley-tahym] / ˈpleɪˌtaɪm /

noun

time times for play or recreation.

playtime British

/ ˈpleɪˌtaɪm /

noun

a time for play or recreation, esp the school break

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Etymology

Origin of playtime

First recorded in 1610–20; play + time

Example Sentences

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Pixar said the newcomer has "her own disruptive ideas about what is best for their kid, Bonnie", raising the question: "Will playtime ever be the same?"

From BBC

Experts recommend extra playtime to make sure pets keep active if they are spending less time outside.

From BBC

"It's a really good tool for my son to use because it helps him with that transition from active playtime into downtime," she explains.

From BBC

As AI becomes more intertwined in our work and personal lives, it’s also shaking up playtime.

From Los Angeles Times

Perhaps because I associate purple with funky creativity, ChatGPT feels more like playtime now that my text bubbles show up in purple rather than dull office gray.

From The Wall Street Journal

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