precurtain

As a noun terms

is .

As an adjective precurtain is

before the curtain rises at the start of a play.

As a verb play

is (lb) to act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.

As a noun play

is activity for amusement only, especially among the young.

As an adjective precurtain is

before the curtain rises at the start of a play.

As a noun curtain

is a piece of cloth covering a window, bed, etc to offer privacy and keep out light.

As a verb curtain

is to cover (a window) with a curtain; to hang curtains.

As an adjective precurtain is

before the curtain rises at the start of a play.