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Term: Playa

Noun

Sense 1: A sandy area along the coast, typically adjacent to the sea, lake, or river.

Example: We spent the day lounging on the beautiful playa, enjoying the warm sun and cool ocean breeze.

Sense 2: A shallow and usually dry lake bed that contains a deposit of clay, silt, or sand.

Example: The playa stretches for miles and is a popular location for off-roading and land-speed record attempts.

Verb

Sense 1: To pretend or engage in playful behavior.

Example: The children love to playa make-believe restaurant in their playroom, taking orders and serving imaginary meals.

Adjective

Sense 1: Describing something popular or well-liked among a specific group of people.

Example: This new café has become quite the playa spot for the local hipsters

Sense 2: Pertaining to a particular region or locality.

Example: The playaculture of this town includes unique festivals and traditions that are deeply rooted in the community.