Definition

A book or notebook that contains plans, strategies, or diagrams for plays, especially in sports like football.

Example

The coach reviewed the playbook to prepare the team for the upcoming game.

Conversation

Have you seen the coach's new playbook?

Yeah, it looks really detailed and organized.

I think it could really help us improve our game.

Definitely! Knowing those plays can make a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Playbook → The word is formed from "play" (from Old English *plega*, meaning a game or sport) and "book" (from Old English *bōc*, meaning a written work or document). A playbook is essentially a written document that outlines the strategies or plays for a game or activity.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'game' ('play') and a 'written document' ('book') — a playbook is a document that outlines the strategies for playing a game.

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