Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

roll of the dice

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.72 in modern English

Syllables
rol-l of the dice
IPA
22
Scrabble Score
13
Letters
2
Syllables
10
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situation.

Etymology

Referring to the use of dice in gambling games. Compare the verb roll the dice.

Inflected Forms

rolls of the dice (plural)

Phrases

last cast

Frequently Paired Words

crapshoot last cast

Synonyms

throw of the dice

Questions

What does roll of the dice mean?
A risky or uncertain attempt to do something, especially in an unfavourable situation.
Where does roll of the dice come from?
Referring to the use of dice in gambling games. Compare the verb roll the dice.

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