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gaming platform

American  
[gey-ming plat-fawrm] / ˈgeɪ mɪŋ ˌplæt fɔrm /

noun

Digital Technology, Games.
  1. a computer system specially made for playing video games; a console.

    The new gaming platforms have much better graphics resolution than previous generation consoles.

  2. a proprietary family of video game consoles.

    The game will be simultaneously released on the Playstation and Xbox gaming platforms.


Etymology

Origin of gaming platform

First recorded in 2000–05

Example Sentences

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The gaming platform said that the move would be worthwhile over the long haul.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

The gaming platform has fizzled 40% over the last three months, which I think presents an opportunity.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

The gaming platform has fizzled 40% over the last three months, which I think presents an opportunity.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

In a move seemingly to avoid being included in the ban, gaming platform Roblox this week announced that children under 16 would be unable to chat to adult strangers.

From BBC • Nov. 19, 2025

The gaming platform said verifying your age is optional but users won’t be able to access chat features unless they do so.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025

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