Player1. (n.) One who plays, or amuses himself; one without serious aims; an idler; a trifler.
2. (n.) One who plays any game.
3. (n.) A dramatic actor.
4. (n.) One who plays on an instrument of music.
5. (n.) A gamester; a gambler.
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