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

Instead, reconnect over a few rounds of classic board games like Jenga, Battleship, Scattergories, and Uno, or simply spend the evening enjoying each other’s company surrounded by the peaceful mountain scenery. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 20 July 2026

One study found that men who handled a gun for 15 minutes had bigger testosterone spikes and acted more aggressively than men who touched a board game. — Adam Stanaland, The Conversation, 20 July 2026

Not only that, but the vibe in the lounge is quiet, with other guests reading or playing board games; evenings bring in a piano player in for delightful ambient music. — Susan B. Barnes, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 2026

Passengers on either side can share the mini-desk that comes with two shallow holders for beverages and enough space for a small snack or travel-size board game. — Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for board game

• acclaim
• aflame
• airframe
• ballgame
• became
• declaim
• defame
• disclaim
• doorframe
• exclaim
• inflame
• mainframe

Kids Definition

board game

noun

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