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舐めプレイ (なめプレイ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
going easy on an opponent ; not trying one's best
slang video games
Slang, originally from video games. Describes a player who holds back, plays carelessly, or disrespects an opponent by not taking the match seriously. Can also be used outside gaming for half-hearted effort.
I lost because I didn't try my best during the match.
2
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
licking (as a sexual act)
slang
Slang, often used in erotic or adult contexts. Refers to licking as part of sexual activity, not ordinary licking.
Written forms 舐な めプレイ
Standard kanji-katakana spelling for this slang compound.
ナメプレイ
kana-only spelling
Full katakana spelling; often used for emphasis or in game contexts.
Similar words 舐な める 舐める is the base verb meaning 'to lick' or 'to look down on'. 舐めプレイ is a compound noun/suru-verb that combines 舐め (from 舐める) with プレイ (play), creating a slang term for disrespectful play or sexual licking.
手て 抜ぬ き 手抜き means 'cutting corners' or 'neglecting effort' in a general sense, while 舐めプレイ specifically implies a disrespectful or mocking attitude, often in a competitive or playful context.
Etymology Compound of 舐め (from 舐める 'to lick; to look down on') and プレイ ('play'). The slang meaning 'going easy on an opponent' likely derives from the idea of treating someone with contempt, as if licking them figuratively, while the sexual sense is a straightforward combination of 'licking' + 'play'.
