Definition (behavior)
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.
play around
Related to word: play
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Definition (relationship)
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.