gaming

[ gey-ming ]

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

/ ˈɡeɪmɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. gambling on games of chance
   2. ( as modifier )

      gaming house

      gaming losses

Word History and Origins

Origin of gaming¹

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

Example Sentences

Facebook, Google, gaming giant Steam and the UK's leading mobile providers are among the others facing legal claims at the same court, the the Competition Appeal Tribunal.

From BBC

And few places in gaming are as unpredictable as an IndieCade event.

From Los Angeles Times

The innovation allows locals to do things they couldn’t previously, like attending medical appointments remotely and gaming.

From BBC

The most common types of gambling young people spent money on were arcade gaming machines and placing a bet or playing cards with friends and family for money, the report said.

From BBC

L.A. has an edge over other cities’ AI communities in entertainment, media, aerospace, manufacturing and gaming, he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• betting
• game of chance
• sweepstake