playfellow

[pley-fel-oh]

noun

1. a playmate.

Word History and Origins

Origin of playfellow¹

First recorded in 1505–15; play + fellow

Example Sentences

“You needs an ’ole world of friends and playfellows,” said the Bishop of Bath and Wells, wiggling his long tongue.

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I knew that with his lively ways, he would make a fine playfellow.

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My playfellows, running riot in the oasis, their laughter ringing like bells.

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Meanwhile the quiet young French-woman, smiling affectionately at those playfellows as they went off together, sat down on a chair we offered her, and frankly entered into conversation.

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For thirty years he was my instructor, my playfellow, almost my daily companion.

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