playing field
noun
Simple Definition of playing field
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: 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
Source: Merriam-Webster's Learner's Dictionary
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
Circa 1584
First Known Use of playing field
circa 1584
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