noun
go
A board game in which players place stones to surround territory.
My sister and I play go together after dinner.
Etymology
The Japanese word names the board game. English adopted the game’s name with the practice of placing stones to build and contest surrounding territory.
More examples
- In go, players take turns placing black and white stones.
- She teaches beginners how to surround territory in go.
- Our library hosts a weekly go club.