Word
casino
Meanings
A building or venue where people gamble by playing games such as slot machines, roulette, or card games.
A business or resort complex centered on gambling, often combined with hotels, restaurants, and entertainment.
Definition
A casino is a place where people play gambling games for money.
A casino is a venue that offers games of chance where people can win or lose money. It typically has table games like roulette and blackjack as well as slot machines. Many casinos also include hotels, restaurants, bars, and live entertainment.
Examples
- I went into the casino mainly to watch the atmosphere, not to gamble.
- She avoided the casino after realizing how quickly the noise and lights pulled her in.
- They booked a room at a casino resort because it offered concerts as well as restaurants.
- He walked past the casino entrance and headed straight to the theatre next door.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes misspell it as "cassino" or confuse it with "casino" as an adjective, but it is usually a noun.
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