| plate |
a flat, round dish from which food is served or eaten, or the food on such a dish. [10 definitions] |
| plateau |
an elevated, relatively level area of land. [3 definitions] |
| plate tectonics |
(used with a sing. verb) the geologic theory that the earth's crust consists of several independent plates floating on semiliquid magma, whose constant motion is the cause of continental drift, volcanic eruption, and the like. |
| platform |
a level, raised surface used as a place to work, perform, or speak to an audience. [6 definitions] |
| platinum |
a chemical element that has seventy-eight protons in each nucleus and that occurs in pure form as a dense, highly malleable, lustrous silvery white solid metal, used as a catalyst, in a variety of alloys, and in making jewelry. (symbol: Pt) [2 definitions] |
| platoon |
a military unit of two or more squads or sections, usu. commanded by a lieutenant and having its own headquarters. [6 definitions] |
| platter |
a large shallow dish used for serving food. [3 definitions] |
| platypus |
an egg-laying mammal of Australia and Tasmania that has webbed feet for swimming, a broad, horny bill like that of a duck, and a long, flat tail, and that lives in and near water. |
| play |
a composition written for the stage; drama. [22 definitions] |
| player |
one who takes part in a game or sport. [3 definitions] |
| playful |
cheerfully energetic. [2 definitions] |
| playground |
an outdoor area where children can play, often containing recreational equipment such as swings and seesaws. [2 definitions] |
| playing card |
one of a set of usu. fifty-two cards that are divided into four suits of spades, clubs, hearts, and diamonds, and are used in playing various games. |
| playmate |
a young child's companion in playing. |
| playoff |
in sports, final or extra games or rounds to settle a tie or decide a championship. |
| play one's cards |
to make and carry out the most advantageous choice. |
| playpen |
a small, usu. portable enclosure where a baby or young child can play safely. |
| play possum |
(informal) to pretend to be asleep or dead; keep very still. |
| play structure |
a large structure, often made of metal or wood, that is built for children to climb and play on and often found in school playgrounds or parks. |
| plaything |
something that is played with or regarded or treated as a toy. [2 definitions] |
| play with fire |
to carelessly provoke danger. |