Game
/ɡeɪm/noun
A structured activity or competition, often undertaken for enjoyment or entertainment.
Did you know?The Old English root of 'game' is linked to the concept of joy and merriment, suggesting that games were once seen as sacred rituals of happiness.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*gafō
“To be joyful or celebrate.”
Old English
OE
gamen
“Joy, fun, or amusement.”
Middle English
ME
game
“Sport, play, or amusement.”
14th Century
English
game
“A contest or activity engaged in for amusement.”
Modern English
English
game
“A structured competitive activity, often involving skill or chance.”