gaming Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize)
    gambling; play.
    • his gambling cost him a fortune
    • there was heavy play at the blackjack table
  2. verb place a bet on
    stake; bet on; back; gage; game; punt.
    • Which horse are you backing?
    • I'm betting on the new horse

WordNet


Gam"ing noun
Definitions
  1. The act or practice of playing games for stakes or wagers; gambling.

Webster 1913