dicing (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /daɪs/

Definition

Small cubes with a different number of dots on each side, used in games of chance or to decide something randomly.

Examples

• He rolled the dice and got a seven.

• The game requires two dice.

• We flipped a coin, but could have used dice to decide.

How to Use dicing

dice with death (idiom)

To be in a situation that is extremely dangerous and could result in death. — "By driving so fast in that weather, he was truly dicing with death."

Synonyms of dicing

Words with a similar meaning to dicing:

• cubes
• bones
• polyhedrons

Antonyms of dicing

Words with the opposite meaning to dicing:

• spinner
• cards

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