(theater) A form of drama that emerged in the 19th century as part of realism, dealing with contentious social issues through debates between the characters on stage, who typically represent conflicting points of view within a realistic social context.

A radio show, such as a radio drama; a radioplay (script for such a show). / A recording of a book on tape that features sound effects, multiple actors, etc.

present participle of play the man

simple past tense and past participle of play the man

Alternative form of play the man and not the ball

Alternative form of play the ball and not the man

present participle of play the ball

simple past tense and past participle of play the ball

Ellipsis of long-play record., a 12- or 10-inch microgroove phonograph record format introduced in 1948.

(colloquial) To cause great trouble or distress to.