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Outplay Definition & Meaning

outplay
verb
  1. excel or defeat in a game; "The Knicks outplayed the Lakers"

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Frequently asked questions

What does outplay mean?
excel or defeat in a game; "The Knicks outplayed the Lakers"
What part of speech is outplay?
Outplay is a verb.

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