board game

noun

plural board games
: a game (such as checkers, chess, or backgammon) played by placing or moving pieces on a board

Examples of board game in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The stay also comes with a washer and dryer, board games and books, a dishwasher, a private entrance, a beautiful backyard, and so much more. Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2024 Otherwise, relax in the lounge with a tipple and some board games, enjoy friendly conversation with other guests, or get to know the staff, who all have interesting stories. Christina Liao, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for board game 

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Word History

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of board game was in 1854

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“Board game.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/board%20game. Accessed 18 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

board game

noun
: a game of strategy (as chess, checkers, or backgammon) played by moving pieces on a board

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