playscript

noun
UK /ˈpleɪ.skrɪpt/
US /ˈpleɪ.skrɪpt/

A playscript is the written words of a play that actors use to say their lines.

The teacher gave each student a playscript so they could practice their parts.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A written version of a story made for actors to perform on stage.

She read the playscript before the audition.

3. The manuscript of a play, including stage directions and character names.

The director marked notes all over the playscript.

4. A text used as the basis for a theatrical performance.

The playscript was adapted from a famous novel.