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dice game

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Any game that requires the rolling of dice, such as craps.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: game of chance, game

2

noun

Meaning 2

Any game that requires the rolling of dice, such as craps.

Such a game run for the purpose of illicit gambling.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The vice squad went after the numbers rackets, dice games, and brothels in an attempt to clean up the rampant lawlessness.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: game of chance, game

History

Etymology

From dice + game.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Hungarian: kockajáték — any game that requires the rolling of dice