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. |
playwright |
one who writes plays. |
plaza |
a large open space such as a park or public square in the center of a town. [3 definitions] |
plea |
an earnest request or appeal. [3 definitions] |
plead |
to earnestly request or appeal. [5 definitions] |
pleasant |
pleasing; agreeable. [2 definitions] |