Phrase guide

head game

noun · verb · 5 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

An attempt to psychologically manipulate or intimidate someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A mental pursuit or obsession.

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3

noun

Meaning 3

Skill at fellatio.

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4

verb

Meaning 4

Alternative form of head-game.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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5

noun

Meaning 5

the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: delusion, illusion

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Broader terms: deception, deceit, dissembling, dissimulation

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: henkinen painostus — psychological manipulation
  • German: Psychospielchen — psychological manipulation