Rooking: meaning, definitions and examples

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rooking

 

[ ˈruːkɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

gaming term

Rooking is a strategic move in certain board games, such as chess, involving specific maneuvers to either attack an opponent or improve one's own position. This term may refer to rearranging pieces or creating advantageous scenarios that can lead to victory. Often, it requires foresight and an understanding of the game's dynamics. Developing successful rook tactics can be crucial in competitive play.

Synonyms

maneuvering, planning, strategizing

Examples of usage

  • He is rook-ing his pieces to control the center.
  • Rook-ing effectively can turn the tide of the game.
  • She practiced rook-ing strategies for her upcoming match.

Translations

Translations of the word "rooking" in other languages:

🇵🇹 roubo

🇮🇳 चुरा लेना

🇩🇪 Raub

🇮🇩 pencurian

🇺🇦 грабіж

🇵🇱 kradzież

🇯🇵 強盗

🇫🇷 vol

🇪🇸 robo

🇹🇷 soygun

🇰🇷 강도

🇸🇦 سرقة

🇨🇿 krádež

🇸🇰 krádež

🇨🇳 抢劫

🇸🇮 rop

🇮🇸 rán

🇰🇿 ұрлық

🇬🇪 ძარცვა

🇦🇿 oğurluq

🇲🇽 robo

Etymology

The term 'rook' in the context of gaming derives from the Arabic word 'rukhkh,' which means chariot. This term was adapted as chess evolved from the Indian game 'Chaturanga' in the 6th century. The piece itself symbolizes one of the four military units represented in the game. Over centuries, the term has come to encompass not just the piece but the strategic moves associated with it, including 'rooking.' The evolution of chess across Europe brought further developments in its terminology, and the concept of rook maneuvers, or 'rooking,' has become fundamental in understanding and mastering the game. It also illustrates the importance of positioning and strategy in competitive games.