playlist

noun

play·​list ˈplā-ˌlist How to pronounce playlist (audio)
: a list of recordings to be played on the air by a radio station
also : a similar list used for organizing a personal digital music collection

Examples of playlist in a Sentence

Most of the city's DJs have added the song to their playlists.
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By partnering with cultural institutions, independent curators or even that eccentric music professor who knows the underground scene, platforms could shake up playlists, enhance the listening experience and open new revenue streams by appealing to audiences hungry for variety. Seth Yudof, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025 With the click and hold of any of the four buttons on top of the speaker, users can save their playlists, radio stations and other content for swift access without the need to pick up a phone. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 Pro Tips to Keep It Fun Playlist Power: Create a cannabis-friendly playlist. Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025 Inspire your road trip playlist by checking out the outdoor music venues and festivals throughout this route. Megan Michelson, Outside Online, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for playlist

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of playlist was in 1972

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“Playlist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playlist. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

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