Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

checkers

noun

/ˈʧɛkərz/

Definition

Checkers is a two-player strategy board game traditionally played on an 8×8 grid, known as a checkerboard, with pieces that can jump over opponents’ pieces.

Examples

We played a game of checkers in the park.
Checkers can be an exciting way to pass the time with friends.
He taught me how to become better at checkers strategies.

Meaning

The game involves players moving their pieces diagonally and capturing their opponent’s pieces by jumping over them. The objective is to eliminate all of the opposing pieces or block them so they cannot move.