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playing field
noun
: an area that is used for playing some sports; especially : the part of a field that is officially marked as the place where the action of a game happens
Full Definition of PLAYING FIELD
1
: a field for various games; especially : the part of a field officially marked off for play
2
: a set of conditions for competition —usually used in such phrases as a level playing field
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First Known Use of PLAYING FIELD
circa 1584
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