Meanings
How to pronounce "play the field":
AU
To cut one's losses by betting on every racehorse other than the crowd favorite.
To have numerous romantic partners, without or before committing exclusively to one.
Example: "He says I'm the only one, but my friends say he's playing the field."
Example Sentences
1
She's not looking for a serious relationship; she just wants to play the field.
2
After her divorce, she decided to play the field and date different men.
3
As a bachelor, he loved to play the field and date multiple women at once.
4
Some people prefer to play the field rather than committing to one person.
5
She's young and wants to play the field before settling down.
