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playful
play·ful [ pláyf'l ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. enjoying fun and games: fond of having fun and playing games with others
2. said or done in fun: said or done in a teasing way or in fun
a playful poke in the ribs

play·ful·ly adverb
play·ful·ness noun
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