Meaning & Definition
noun
Small, usually cube-shaped objects with dots on each face, used for generating random numbers in games.
We rolled the dice to determine who would go first in the game.
A single die; the singular form of dice.
He picked up a die from the table to make his move.
verb
To cut food into small cubes or pieces.
Please dice the onions before adding them to the skillet.
To play a game using dice.
They decided to dice after dinner for entertainment.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'dé', from Latin 'datum', meaning 'something given or played'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
roll the dice:
To take a risk or chance.
loaded dice:
Dice that are altered to favor one outcome.
a dicey situation:
A risky or uncertain situation.
Slang Meanings
To take a chance in a risky situation.
I decided to dice with my investments and try a new strategy.
To play around or mess with something in an uncertain manner.
Don't dice with his feelings, it's serious business.