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byplay

 

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Noun byplay has 1 sense
  1. business, stage business, byplay - incidental activity performed by an actor for dramatic effect; "his business with the cane was hilarious"
    --1 is a kind of acting, playing, playacting, performing
    --1 has particulars: shtik, schtik, shtick, schtick

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Term: Byplay

Noun

Sense: The subtle and informal interplay between two or more individuals, particularly in a theatrical performance.

Usage: The actors' byplay during the play was so natural and engaging that it brought a unique charm to the performance.

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Noun

Sense: Secondary or incidental activity or conversation occurring alongside the main action or topic.

Usage: The heated debate on the economy had some interesting byplay regarding environmental sustainability.

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Verb

Sense: To engage in subtle interactions or conversations alongside the main action or topic.

Usage: During the meeting, she tried to byplay with her colleague to gather more information about the upcoming project.

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