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autoplay en · NOUN

Etymology

From auto- + play.

Meanings

1. (uncountable) Any software feature that plays (a video, a compact disc, etc.) automatically.
   • You can even combine the features and make a looping autoplay DVD for a kiosk or self-running demo. 2004, Tony Bove, Cheryl Rhodes, iLife '04 all-in-one desk reference for dummies, page 346:
   • Netflix’s autoplay feature has annoyed viewers for a while, but people became especially upset after the trailer for “Don’t F**k with Cats” surfaced on the homepage in December. 2020 February 6, Alicia Lee, “Netflix is finally letting you stop previews from automatically playing. Here’s how to do it”, in CNN Business, archived from the original on 20 Dec 2025:
   • If you have not enabled autoplay, click on the CD icon that appears on your desktop, then click on 'CAM' to open the application. 2001, E. Ernst, The desktop guide to complementary and alternative medicine, page 445:
   • Adding controls, looping, and autoplay to an HTML5 video embed is simple. 2011, Steve Fulton, Jeff Fulton, HTML5 Canvas, page 265:
2. (uncountable) A slot machine feature that automatically performs a number of spins at the same bet amount.

Translations (2)

pt reprodução automática (software feature) · af outospeel (software feature)

autoplay en · VERB

Etymology

From auto- + play.

Meanings

1. To play automatically.
   • To disable previews from autoplaying on the homepage, you’ll need to sign into Netflix from a web browser, not your phone or tablet app. 2020 February 6, Alicia Lee, “Netflix is finally letting you stop previews from automatically playing. Here’s how to do it”, in CNN Business, archived from the original on 20 Dec 2025:
   • Users may leave a Web site in frustration if a video autoplays when they visit.

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