Meaning & Definition of word "Cassino"

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    Cassino

    /kəˈsiːnoʊ/

    noun:

    • 1. A card game that is played with a standard deck of cards, where players try to capture cards from a central pile by matching or adding to them.
      • Example: We played cassino last night, and it was exhilarating to try to capture the opponent's cards.
    • 2. A gambling game played at casinos, similar to the classic game of baccarat.
      • Example: The cassino floor was buzzing with players trying their luck at various table games.

    verb:

    • 1. To play the game of cassino (though rarely used as a verb).
      • Example: On weekends, we often cassino with friends to enjoy some friendly competition.

    Etymology

    Originates from the Italian word 'casa', meaning 'house', related to gambling establishments.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hit the cassino:

    To go to a casino to gamble.

    a night at the cassino:

    A social outing involving gambling or entertainment at a casino.

    Related Words

    gamble:

    To bet money on an uncertain outcome.

    poker:

    A card game that combines skill, strategy, and chance.

    baccarat:

    A card game usually played at casinos.

    Slang Meanings of cassino

    Meaning: To gamble heavily.

    Example Sentence: He went cassino last weekend and won big.

    Meaning: To engage in risky behavior.

    Example Sentence: He’s living life on the edge, always cassino with his choices.