Meaning & Definition of word "Cassino"

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.