Phrase guide

game on

adj · intj · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Ready for the beginning or escalation of a project or competition.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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Meaning relationships

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intj

Meaning 2

Expressing eager anticipation of an event or undertaking, especially a competition of some sort.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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verb

Meaning 3

To take advantage of (someone) through manipulation and deceit.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: slang, transitive

Qualifier: African-American Vernacular

Examples

  • Be careful of him, he'll game on you in a heartbeat.

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History

Etymology

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