arcade game

noun

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

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There's a game room with vintage arcade games and a pool table, a kids room package with a tent and foam twin mattress, a dog-friendly pet package, and a nightly s'mores hour. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026 Installed in the long-dormant Barrio Logan tasting room formerly operated by defunct Iron Fist Brewing, his business features colorful interiors, plant life galore and arcade games. — Brandon Hernandez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2026 Upwards of 100 artists, five stages, carnival rides, free arcade games, diverse food offerings, and a plethora of odds-and-ends merchants provide entertainment for all tastes. — Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026 The Rush Funplex The Rush Funplex is an indoor entertainment chain with go-karts, bowling, mini-golf, arcade games, bumper cars, rock-climbing wall with a foam pit, laser tag, kiddie cars, private party rooms and a cafe. — Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 1 Sep. 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 28 Sep. 2026.

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