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

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

PlayStation Portal Remote Player Any gamer would be glad to open a portable gaming experience on Christmas morning. —Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025

While a few commentators griped that Nintendo’s latest version was just more powerful (and more expensive) than the last, gamers seem to have flocked to the new device. —Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2025

With the right deal, gamers can find a title that provides endless fun or just a great weekend binge. —Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 28 Nov. 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