Tetris
0 antonyms and opposites of Tetris, grouped by meaning.
Name — A classic puzzle video game where falling blocks made of four squares must be arranged to clear full lines.
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Etymology
Coined by its Russian creator Alexey Pajitnov by blending the Greek prefix "tetra-" (referring to the four-square pieces) with "tennis", his favourite sport.
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What does “Tetris” mean?
The word “Tetris” means a classic puzzle video game where falling blocks made of four squares must be arranged to clear full lines. In plain terms, the famous falling-blocks puzzle game, or informally, the act of cleverly packing odd shapes into a limited space.
How do you pronounce “Tetris”?
“Tetris” is pronounced TEHT-rihs (/ˈtɛtɹɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Tetris” in a sentence?
Here is “Tetris” used in a sentence: “He spent the whole train ride playing Tetris on his phone.”
What part of speech is “Tetris”?
Depending on how it is used, “Tetris” can be a name and a verb.
Where does the word “Tetris” come from?
The word “Tetris” comes from Greek. Coined by its Russian creator Alexey Pajitnov by blending the Greek prefix "tetra-" (referring to the four-square pieces) with "tennis", his favourite sport.
How many meanings does “Tetris” have?
“Tetris” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a classic puzzle video game where falling blocks made of four squares must be arranged to clear full lines.