What does the cryptic crossword clue "Point among squares in game (8)" mean?

The definition is "game". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). PIN (synonym="point") in NINES (synonym="squares") = NINEPINS; definition: "game" The answer is NINEPINS.

Point among squares in game (8)

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