play on

Signification

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see play, on.
2. To exploit (a potential weakness or vulnerability) by exacerbating.
3. To exploit (a double meaning, similarity in sound, etc.) for humorous or creative effect.
4. To impinge upon in a recurring or nagging way.
5. To frequently allude to or return to as a theme.
6. to hit the ball into his own wicket, thus being out bowled
7. To let the game continue after a foul has been committed, because the situation is advantageous to the team who would be awarded a foul.
8. To cause (an opposing player) to be onside rather than offside due to one's position on the field of play.

Phrases

The Greek musicians play on small portable folk style instruments .

Les musiciens grecs jouent sur de petits instruments de style folk portable.