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Definition of wargaming

wargaming

/ˈwɔːrˌɡeɪmɪŋ/
war · gam · ing
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wargaming Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The practice of conducting simulated strategic exercises to test military plans, business strategies, or crisis management responses under realistic conditions.

Example

"The executive team used wargaming to anticipate how competitors might react to the new product launch."

2

A recreational hobby in which players simulate historical or fictional battles using tabletop maps, rulebooks, and miniature figurines or counters.

Example

"He spent his weekends painting miniature soldiers for his tabletop wargaming club."

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• Nearby Words

warfare
warfighter
wargame
wargaming
warhead
warhorse
warily

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wargaming. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wargaming
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