game (EN)

noun, verb, adjective

noun “game”

1. an activity that people engage in for fun or competition, usually following rules
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   Chess is a game that requires strategy.
2. a particular instance of play or sports competition
   Our team won the game last night.
3. the equipment used to play such activities, especially when packaged for sale
   We bought several new board games for the party.
4. (especially in combination) a field of activity or profession
   She's been in the publishing game for years.
5. (informal) the ability to attract or charm someone
   He thinks he has game, but his jokes aren't funny.
6. one's performance or style in playing a game
   He improved his tennis game after taking lessons.
7. (uncountable) wild animals hunted for food
   The forest is rich with game such as deer and rabbits.

verb “game”

1. to play video games or other games
   He likes to game with his friends online.
2. to gamble
   They went to the casino to game all night.
3. to exploit a system or process in order to gain an advantage
   Some companies try to game the tax system.

adjective “game”

1. (usually with "to" or "for") willing and ready to participate
   When I suggested skydiving, she was game for it.