The time at which a match begins, or is scheduled to begin; also in "game-time decision", a decision (especially one regarding which players will play) which is postponed until the moment a match is about to begin; frequently figurative.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Washington Post.
Definition of game-time in US English:
game-time
noun
US Sport
The time at which a match begins, or is scheduled to begin; also in "game-time decision", a decision (especially one regarding which players will play) which is postponed until the moment a match is about to begin; frequently figurative.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Washington Post.