Definition of role play in English English dictionary
If people role play, they do a role play. Rehearse and role-play the interview with a friend beforehand. + role playing role play·ing We did a lot of role playing
Role play is the act of imitating the character and behaviour of someone who is different from yourself, for example as a training exercise. Group members have to communicate with each other through role-play
Alternative spelling of roleplay. Taking on a role (in the sense an actor has a role) and enacting or playing that character