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