Alternative spelling of pregame

(idiomatic) The expression of one who is prepared for or is facing a lot of difficult and/or undesirable work, especially when it is imminent.

(games, probability) A game in which the outcome is at least partly determined by random variables rather than strictly by strategy.

(mathematics, economics) A branch of applied mathematics that studies strategic situations in which individuals or organisations choose various actions in an attempt to maximize their returns.

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

(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.

(games) A game (often a logic or memory game) which involves the drinking of alcohol, usually as a penalty for making mistakes, as the intoxication makes the game harder to play.

(games, psychology) An attempt at psychological manipulation against someone, in order to confuse them.