"game with a purpose" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: games with a purpose [plural]
Etymology: Coined by Luis von Ahn in 2008, see citations. Etymology templates: {{coin|en|Luis von Ahn|in=2008|nobycat=1}} Coined by Luis von Ahn in 2008 Head templates: {{en-noun|games with a purpose}} 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. Categories (topical): Video games Synonyms: GWAP Related terms: gamification
    Sense id: en-game_with_a_purpose-en-noun-5AlcfL0c Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: video-games

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