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Definition of play-act - 1 dictionary result
play-act   (plā'ākt')
intr.v.   play-act·ed, play-act·ing, play-acts
  1. To play a role in a dramatic performance.

  2. To play a pretended role; make believe.

  3. To behave in an overdramatic or artificial manner.

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