gamer

noun

gam·​er ˈgā-mər 

1

: a player who is game

especially : an athlete who relishes competition

2

: a person who plays games

especially : a person who regularly plays computer or video games

Examples of gamer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And Kojima does not hesitate in highlighting his cultural influences, encouraging gamers to dig deeper, creating an experience that, even when played alone, is meant to foster community and create deeper connections. —Richard Newby, Time, 6 Dec. 2025

Miles is an avid gamer, spending a lot of time on NBA2K, which allows users to create their own unique players. —Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Dec. 2025

Built with gamers in mind, the TP-Link Archer GE800 is giving off major Darth Vader's palace vibes. —PC Magazine, 3 Dec. 2025

The longest home losing streak of Jokic’s career and Michael Malone’s tenure was five, about a month before that four-gamer. —Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 2 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

in sense 1, from game entry 2 + -er entry 2; in sense 2 going back to Middle English, from game, gamen game entry 1 + -er -er entry 2

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for gamer

• framer
• kramer
• lamer
• tamer
• disclaimer

Kids Definition

gamer

noun

gam·​er ˈgā-mər 

1

: a person who plays games and especially video games

2

: a person who is game

especially : an athlete who enjoys competition