play about en · VERB
Pronunciation
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Meanings
- Synonym of play around.
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(qualifier:African-American Vernacular, slang) To trifle with or be frivolous concerning.
“We?” Byrd questioned, looking confused. “Yes, we, muthafucka!” Big Lee replied sarcastically. “You're my child now, and I don't play about mine!
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Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| playing about | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| played about | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| played about | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| plays about | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic |