arcade game

noun

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

Examples of arcade game in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Get our free daily crossword puzzle, sudoku, word search and arcade games. Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024 The third floor offers a bird’s eye view of the party proceedings down below, set among a lounge-like vibe complete with a poker table and retro arcade games. Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Aug. 2024 Much of his art takes its inspiration from arcade games. Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 8 Aug. 2024 In addition to a formal dining room, two guest bedrooms, and a full bath, the main level offers a fireside sitting room flaunting a lofty lounge area, a full seated bar bar, a space with arcade games, and a movie theater. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for arcade game 

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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 20 Sep. 2024.

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