A playful activity that may be unstructured; an amusement or pastime.
An activity described by a set of rules, especially for the purpose of entertainment, often competitive or having an explicit goal.
A school subject during which sports are practised.UK, in the plural
A particular instance of playing a game.
Part of a set during which one player continuously serves (at least four rallies must be won to win a game, at least six games must be won to win the set).
That which is gained, such as the stake in a game.
The number of points necessary to win a game.
In some games, a point awarded to the player whose cards add up to the largest sum.
The equipment that enables such activity, particularly as packaged under a title.
One's manner, style, or performance in playing a game.
A field of gainful activity, as an industry or profession.informal, singular, usually
A field of gainful activity, as an industry or profession.
The music industry.informal, singular, usually
Something that resembles a game with rules, despite not being designed.figuratively
An exercise simulating warfare, whether computerized or involving human participants.
A questionable or unethical practice in pursuit of a goal.
Wild animals hunted for food.
A flock of swans, especially as kept for hunting purposes (or, originally, a group of any animals kept for such purpose).
The ability to seduce or woo someone, usually by strategy.informal
Prostitution. (Now chiefly in on the game.)slang
Mastery; the ability to excel at something.slang
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The French government has launched an online game that challenges taxpayers to balance the national budget.