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playpen
noun play·pen \ˈplā-ˌpen\
: a structure with high sides that provides an enclosed area in which a baby or young child can play
Full Definition of PLAYPEN
: a portable usually collapsible enclosure in which a baby or young child may play —called also play yard
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First Known Use of PLAYPEN
1931
PLAYPEN Defined for Kids
playpen
noun play·pen \ˈplā-ˌpen\
Definition of PLAYPEN for Kids
: a small enclosure in which a baby is placed to play
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