play around

Related to word: play

Phrasal Verb

Definition (behavior)

  1. to act in a playful or frivolous manner

    • The children were playing around in the park.

    • He likes to play around even during work hours.

    • The playful antics of the characters in the movie made the audience laugh out loud.

Definition (relationship)

  1. When someone in a committed relationship engages in sexual activities with others.

    • Their marriage is in trouble because he has been playing around.

    • Discovering that her partner was playing around broke her heart.

    • If you play around in a relationship, it will ultimately hurt both partners' feelings.