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gaming

American  
[gey-ming] / ˈgeɪ mɪŋ /

noun

  1. gambling.

  2. the playing of games developed to teach something or to help solve a problem, as in a military or business situation.

  3. Digital Technology. the playing of computer or video games.

gaming British  
/ ˈɡeɪmɪŋ /

noun

    1. gambling on games of chance

    2. ( as modifier )

      gaming house

      gaming losses
"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of gaming

First recorded in 1495–1505; game 1 + -ing 1

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Some of the top-selling toys included the Lego Icons sets and “Wicked” dolls along with gaming consoles and video games.

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

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

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