cross and pile

Questions

What does cross and pile mean?

The game of wagering money on heads or tails.

Where does cross and pile come from?

One side of the coin bore a cross; the other was called the pile.

How to pronounce cross and pile

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “cross and pile”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “cross and pile” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.