video game

noun

: an electronic game in which players control images on a video screen

Examples of video game in a Sentence

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During a Nintendo Direct, it was announced that the sequel would follow and involve one of the most beloved games in the video game franchise. James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025 The Jones siblings weren’t allowed to watch a lot of TV or play video games, so the crew naturally leaned into sports. Audrey Schmidt, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025 That 18-inch display has a WQXGA resolution and a rapid 300Hz refresh rate, which will be a visual treat across video game genres when combined with G-Sync compatibility. PC Magazine, 7 Nov. 2025 Obernolte is the only former video game developer in Congress. David Mark, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for video game

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of video game was in 1973

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“Video game.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/video%20game. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.

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video game

noun
: a game played with images on a video screen

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