(mathematics, economics) Of, relating to, or defined in terms of game theory.

Sportive; lively; joyful. / (hunting, fishing, etc.) Of or pertaining to game.

In a game or plucky manner; in a willing and spirited fashion.

(idiomatic) To ridicule; to make fun of.

(idiomatic, almost always preceded by the, informal) The essential element (needed to reach the principal goal or objective); the overall purpose.

A bird that is hunted for sport, especially one used for food.

A cut of quick-cured pork leg.

To cure bacon by salting.

(backgammon) A victory in backgammon achieved when the opponent has not borne off a single stone. / (rare) Backgammon (the game itself).

(backgammon) To beat by a gammon (without the opponent bearing off a stone).