Definition

Activities or tasks that are not related to play or recreation.

Example

The children engaged in nonplay activities like studying and doing chores.

Conversation

I’ve been so busy with all this nonplay work lately.

I know what you mean; it's hard to find time to relax.

Yeah, I wish we could just do something fun instead of this nonplay stuff.

Totally! Let's plan a weekend getaway soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonplay → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "play" (from Old English "plegian", meaning to engage in activity for enjoyment). The word "nonplay" means not engaging in play or activity for enjoyment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'play' as engaging in enjoyable activity — so nonplay means not engaging in play.

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