gaming
Americannoun
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the playing of games developed to teach something or to help solve a problem, as in a military or business situation.
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Digital Technology. the playing of computer or video games.
noun
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Etymology
Origin of gaming
Example Sentences
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Valve has launched the Steam Machine gaming computer at a higher price than it previously expected, in what it has attributed to soaring component costs.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
Since 2021, Netflix has expanded its reach in gaming but with mixed results.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026
How any future age verification legislation in the UK around social media and particularly messaging in gaming could therefore affect it, if at all, is still unknown.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
Roblox is a social gaming platform with a young demographic, and it has decided to take the lead in estimating users’ ages, and then keeping age groups in their own silos.
From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026
Because everyone knew Ty's gaming skills, his classmates were always trying to convince him to play on their squads, but Ty only played with the best.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
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