chess set
Definition
Noun: A chess set is a complete collection of physical equipment needed to play the game of chess. It consists of a checkerboard (the chessboard) and the 32 playing pieces (chessmen).
Usage
A "chess set" refers to the complete, tangible items used for playing chess. It is a singular, countable noun. - You need a chess set to play a proper game. - The chess set was made of beautiful carved wood. - He received a new chess set for his birthday.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- Collector's item: High-quality or historically significant chess sets are often collected as art objects or antiques.
- The Staunton pattern chess set is the standard for tournament play and a popular item for collectors.
Variants and Related Words
- Chessboard (n): The checkered board used in a chess set, typically with 64 squares.
- Chessmen (n): Another term for the 32 pieces (kings, queens, rooks, bishops, knights, and pawns) in a chess set.
- Piece (n): An individual item from the set of chessmen (e.g., a bishop, a pawn).
Synonyms
- Chess game (in the context of the physical equipment): This can sometimes be used informally to refer to the set itself, as in "I bought a new chess game."
- Chess pieces and board: A descriptive phrase for the components of a chess set.
Related Phrases
- Travel chess set: A compact chess set designed for portability, often with magnetic pieces or a foldable board.
- He packed his travel chess set for the long train journey.
- Electronic chess set: A chess set that incorporates a computer for solo play or instruction.
- The electronic chess set helped her practice different strategies.
Noun
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checkerboard and a set of 32 pieces used to play chess
