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microgame

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A board game packaged in a small set with instructions in booklet format and counters to be cut from sheets of paper or cardboard.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: board games

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A very small minigame, typically lasting for only a few seconds.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: video-games

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History

Etymology

From micro- + game.

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