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playlist

[pley-list]

noun

  1. a list of the recordings to be played on the radio during a particular program or time period, often including their sequence, duration, etc.

  2. Digital Technology.,  an electronic file containing a list of audio or video files that can be played back on a media player sequentially or in random order.

    to create a playlist of your favorite songs.



playlist

/ ˈpleɪˌlɪst /

noun

  1. a list of records chosen for playing, as on a radio station

  2. a list of tracks to be played in a particular order on an MP3 player or CD player

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

verb

  1. (tr) to put (a song or record) on a playlist

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of playlist1

First recorded in 1960–65; play + list 1
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Example Sentences

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However, it does use the technology to create custom playlists, such as the "daylist" and its AI DJ.

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D'Angelo's music still crops up on streaming service playlists with titles such as "Relaxed evening vibes" and "Chilled soul classics".

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The only King that Andrew is likely to see will be if Good King Wenceslas comes up on the Christmas carol playlist.

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Tanta – Located in River North within easy walking distance of many hotels, Tanta is a Peruvian restaurant with a killer rooftop and an even better playlist.

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This isn’t just about playlists or ice cream.

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