level the playing field

:  a device for establishing a horizontal line or plane by means of a bubble in a liquid that shows adjustment to the horizontal by movement to the center of a slightly bowed glass tube

:  a measurement of the difference of altitude of two points by means of a level

:  horizontal condition

:  to make (a line or surface) horizontal :  make flat or level

:  to bring to a horizontal aiming position

:  aim, direct

:  having no part higher than another :  conforming to the curvature of the liquid parts of the earth's surface

:  parallel with the plane of the horizon :  horizontal

:  even or unvarying in height

:  swordplay

:  game, sport

:  the conduct, course, or action of a game

:  to engage in sport or recreation :  frolic

:  to have sexual relations

:  to move aimlessly about :  trifle

:  an open land area free of woods and buildings

:  an area of land marked by the presence of particular objects or features

:  an area of cleared enclosed land used for cultivation or pasture

:  of or relating to a field: such as

:  growing in or inhabiting the fields or open country

:  made, conducted, or used in the field

:  to catch or pick up (something, such as a batted ball) and usually throw to a teammate

:  to take care of or respond to (something, such as a telephone call or a request)

:  to give an impromptu answer or solution to