Game

/ɡeɪm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A structured form of play, usually undertaken for enjoyment and sometimes used as an educational tool.

The children played a game of tag in the park.

A competitive activity involving skill, knowledge, or chance, typically presented in a structured environment.

She won the board game after a tense competition.

An activity or contest with rules, often involving scoring and a goal.

The championship game will take place next weekend.

The total number of points scored by a player or team in a match.

His game was impressive, leading his team to victory.

Wild animals that are hunted for sport or food.

The hunter tracked the game through the forest.

verb

To engage in a game.

They decided to game together every Friday night.

To play a video game.

I love to game with my friends online on the weekends.

From Old French 'game', from Latin 'gamma', meaning 'game, sport, amusement'.

game on

A phrase indicating that a competition or challenge has begun.

game changer

A person or thing that significantly alters the course or outcome of a situation.

to be in the game

To be active or competitive in something.

game face

An expression of seriousness or focus, usually before a competition.

gamer

A person who plays video games or games for amusement.

gaming

The action or habit of playing games, especially video games.

gameplay

The manner in which the game is played, including rules and strategies.

Game over

When he lost the match badly, he said, 'Game over.'

Playing the game

She’s really good at playing the game, both literally and figuratively.

Get in the game

You need to focus more if you want to get in the game.