What is game not the one you play?

Answer 1

The word game has uses besides the common use as "a pastime, diversion, or amusement." (This includes gambling, sports, and computer games.)

The noun "game"

1) It can apply to wildlife, such as birds and other wild animals, when they are hunted (for food, trophies, or sport).

2) Related to the meaning entertainment, game can mean a trick, ploy, or scheme.

("Police uncovered his game when they discovered the ledgers.")

The adjective "game"

1) This can means ready, or willing, or bold, or feisty, when engaging in an activity. ("He invited us to go, and we were game." "He was a game adversary.")

2) It can also mean debilitated or crippled (e.g. a game leg)

The adverb "gamely"

This can mean done with the intent to make a good try or attempt.

("They gamely attempted to reach the summit by sunset.")