Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gamey

adjective

/ˈɡeɪ.mi/

Definition

Describing meat that has a strong, wild flavor or scent, often associated with animals that are hunted.

Examples

The chef prepared a gamey stew using venison and various spices.
Some people enjoy the gamey flavor of duck, while others find it too strong.
After cooking the goose, it had a distinctly gamey aroma that filled the kitchen.

Meaning

The term ‘gamey’ is typically used to refer to the taste of meat that comes from wild animals, which can be richer and more intense compared to farm-raised meat.