Game

/ɡˈe‍ɪm/

/ˈɡeɪm/

Game

NOUN

a playful activity in which we use our imagination, play with toys, etc.

a competitive activity or sport in which players or teams compete against each other according to specific rules

a planned event or occasion where sports competitions take place

animals or birds that are hunted for food or sport

What is "game"?

The term "game" typically refers to wild animals or birds that are hunted for sport or food. Game animals may include deer, elk, moose, rabbits, and various types of birds such as pheasants and quail. The activity of hunting game has been a part of human culture for thousands of years, and many countries have established laws and regulations to ensure that hunting is conducted in a sustainable and ethical manner. In some cases, games may also refer to the flesh of the animals that have been hunted, which is often considered a delicacy and can be prepared in a variety of ways, including roasting, grilling, or stewing.

clothed in finery (especially a horse in ornamental trappings)

your occupation or line of work

frivolous or trifling behavior

the game equipment needed in order to play a particular game

a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal)

the flesh of wild animals that is used for food

(games) the score at a particular point or the score needed to win

(tennis) a division of play during which one player serves

a complete session of play that ends when a predetermined number of points or hands has been reached, or when a certain amount of time has elapsed, depending on the rules of the game

to game

VERB

place a bet on