game

/ɡeɪm/noun
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

A playful activity that may be unstructured; an amusement or pastime.

2

An activity described by a set of rules, especially for the purpose of entertainment, often competitive or having an explicit goal.

3

A school subject during which sports are practised.

4

A particular instance of playing a game.

5

That which is gained, such as the stake in a game.

6

The number of points necessary to win a game.

7

In some games, a point awarded to the player whose cards add up to the largest sum.

8

The equipment that enables such activity, particularly as packaged under a title.

9

One's manner, style, or performance in playing a game.

10

Ellipsis of video game.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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