gaming machine

"Gaming machines" can refer to devices used for both video gaming and gambling, with distinct purposes in each context.

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Definition

B2Gambling

(technical, legal)A device designed for gambling, including slot machines and video poker machines.

Example

  • He spent hours playing the slot machines at the casino, hoping to win big.
  • Video poker machines are a popular type of gaming machine in many bars.

B1Video Gaming

(informal, technical)A device designed for playing video games, usually equipped with controls and a display screen.

Example

  • The arcade was filled with various gaming machines, attracting kids and adults alike.
  • He bought a new gaming machine to play the latest video games.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "gaming machine":

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