arcade game

noun

: a usually coin-operated game designed for play at an amusement arcade

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This space used to be his warehouse for the arcade games, but owning his own arcade was his ultimate dream. Andrea Nakano, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026 The area is home to arcade games inspired by the movie, a replica of the Lucky Cat Cafe owned and operated by Aunt Cass as well as four movie theaters and dedicated tween and teen spaces. Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026 While adults enjoy their cocktails, visitors of all ages can make use of pool tables, big-screen TVs, karaoke nights, and arcade games. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026 Guests will find interactive booths, free autograph signings, free food to sample, hourly prize drawings, bingo with prizes, free arcade games, and more. Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for arcade game

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of arcade game was in 1960

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“Arcade game.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arcade%20game. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

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