Definition of Power play

1. Noun. An aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power. "She laughed at this sexual power play and walked away"

Exact synonyms: Squeeze, Squeeze Play
Generic synonyms: Attempt, Effort, Endeavor, Endeavour, Try
Derivative terms: Squeeze, Squeeze

2. Noun. A play in which there is a concentration of players in one location on the field of play. "They used a power play to return the kickoff"
Category relationships: American Football, American Football Game
Generic synonyms: Football Play

3. Noun. (ice hockey) a play in which one team has a numerical advantage over the other as a result of penalties. "The team was unable to capitalize on the power play"
Category relationships: Hockey, Hockey Game, Ice Hockey
Generic synonyms: Play

Lexicographical Neighbors of Power Play

power grid
power hammer
power hunger
power law
power line
power loading
power loom
power meter
power module
power mower
power of appointment
power of attorney
power outage
power pack
power plant
power play (current term)
power point
power politics
power pylon
power saw
power series
power service
power shovel
power station
power steering
power structure
power system
power takeoff
power tool
power train

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