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fair play noun [ ˌfɛː ˈpleɪ ]

• respect for the rules or equal treatment of all concerned.
• "he's a player recognized for his sense of fair play"
Similar: justice, justness, fair-mindedness, equity, equitableness, even-handedness, impartiality, lack of prejudice, open-mindedness,

play fair

• observe principles of justice; avoid cheating.
• "he decided to play fair and own up"

fair play to someone

• used as an expression of approval when someone has done something praiseworthy or the right thing under the circumstances.
"he must have decided to bring the children up himself—fair play to him"



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