gamer
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of gamer
Example Sentences
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GameStop said Thursday that one gamer in Columbus, Ohio, visited one of its locations to trade in some of his old physical games for store credit.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026
"My initial reaction was one of confusion and shock," Ben, a UK-based 24-year-old gamer who covers GTA news on social media, told me following the announcement.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
The gender split also defies the stereotypical image of the young male gamer.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
The streamer, known online as Chantelle Plays, felt the price cut was a "big win" for the casual gamer as they no longer have to subsidise the Call of Duty addition.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
That’s when the gamer kid closer to me—I think his name is Jackson?— speaks up.
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
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