game with a purpose

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English

Etymology

Coined by Luis von Ahn in 2008, see citations.

Pronunciation

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Noun

game with a purpose (plural games with a purpose)

  1. (video games) A computer game that serves some purpose for the people setting up the game by harnessing human abilities in an entertaining setting.
    Synonym: GWAP

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