adjective
- not actively participating in a game or sport
Usage: sports
Examples
- The nonplaying members of the team cheered from the sidelines.
- She was listed as a nonplaying captain due to her injury.
- The coach kept several nonplaying substitutes ready.
- Nonplaying staff helped with equipment during the game.
- He remained in a nonplaying role for the entire season.
- The nonplaying roster included injured and suspended players.