play with

What does the phrasal verb “play with” mean? Explore the meaning and usage of the phrasal verb “play with“, illustrated with examples:

Definition

1. To ​keep ​touching and ​moving something without any purpose.
2. To ​consider an ​idea.

Example(s)

1. Stop ​playing with ​your ​pen!
2. Paul was ​playing with the ​idea of ​writing a book.

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