Autoplay

noun, verb

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any software feature that plays (a video, a compact disc, etc.) automatically. uncountable

    "If you have not enabled autoplay, click on the CD icon that appears on your desktop, then click on 'CAM' to open the application."

  2. 2
    A slot machine feature that automatically performs a number of spins at the same bet amount. uncountable
Verb
  1. 1
    To play automatically.

    "Users may leave a Web site in frustration if a video autoplays when they visit."

Example

More examples

"If you have not enabled autoplay, click on the CD icon that appears on your desktop, then click on 'CAM' to open the application."

Etymology

From auto- + play.

Related phrases

compact disc

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