A word played parallel to another word. Example: M A R L A T E With MAR on the board, LATE is a parallel play that simultaneously forms MA, AT, and RE, all of which earn points for the player.
Independent child play in a similar manner or with similar toys as other children
Side-by-side, independent play that is not interactive.
Parallel play is a concept from developmental psychology. It means children playing side by side without interaction. It is commonly seen among children of ages 2 or 3.