English · Word Candidate

multiplayer

/ˌmʌl.tiˈpleɪ.əɹ/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: multiplayers

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Requiring or allowing multiple (or more than the usual two) players to play simultaneously.

Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The feature of a video game where multiple human players play simultaneously.

Noun

Examples

I just heard that the game will have multiplayer when it comes out!

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

Video game players who play multiplayer games.

Noun

Examples

The audio suggestions just mentioned would be advantageous when pairs are working together at a computer or multiplayers are collaborating or competing in online educational games and simulations.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “multiplayer” mean?

Requiring or allowing multiple (or more than the usual two) players to play simultaneously.

Is “multiplayer” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.