capture the flag

noun — 2 senses

capture the flag

noun
1

Games A game normally played by children, or as part of paintball, in which two teams have a flag which is stored at the other team's base. Whichever team returns their flag to their own base first is the winner.

2

Video games A computer game with similar rules, usually in first-person shooter format.

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