playmate

Sandbox buddy type

A playmate is a companion in play, especially for children: She found a playmate in the neighbor's daughter.

The word extends to any recreational companion.

Capitalized Playmate refers to a centerfold model in Playboy magazine.

companion

friend

Non-kin mutual bond

  • buddyInformal term for companion
  • palClose trusted companion
  • sidekickSubordinate adventure partner

partner · ally · confidant · comrade · fellow · cohort · peer · chum · associate · acquaintance

childhood

friend

Non-kin mutual bond

  • companionOne who keeps company
  • buddyInformal term for companion
  • palClose trusted companion

schoolmate · classmate · neighbor · sibling · cousin · recess · playground · hide-and-seek · tag · make-believe

romantic

partner

One who shares activity

flame · beau · paramour · intimate · flirtatious · adventurous · spontaneous · fun-loving

games

hide-and-seek

Concealment pursuit pastime

  • tagIdentifier or classifier
  • hopscotchTossing and jumping game
  • ballSpherical plaything or gala

dolls · blocks · Legos · card-games · puzzles · charades · make-believe · dress-up · racing · catch

pet

dog

Domesticated barking mammal

  • catSmall furry housepet
  • puppyJuvenile canine
  • kittenJuvenile domestic feline

fetch · cuddle · loyal · energetic · tail-wagging · wrestling · chasing · bonding

Categories
Opposites
social relationship quality

playmateenemy

Hostile opposing party

foe · antagonist · adversary · bully · nemesis

interaction mode

playmateopponent

One who contends against

competitor · combatant · sparring partner · taskmaster · supervisor

competitive orientation

playmateopponent

One who contends against

competitor · rival · challenger · contestant

Family

playmates, playmat, playmats

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG