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Definition play away in British English

play away phrasal verb

[intransitive] phrasal verb
/ˌpleɪ əˈweɪ/
1

when a sports team plays away, it plays at an opponent's ground

Example

My club was home on Saturday and we were to play away on Sunday.

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2

if someone who is in a long-term relationship plays away, they have a sexual relationship with someone else

Example

Men do not just play away for reproductive needs, they often simply seek sexual gratification.

Definition play away in British English