casinos

word · lemma: casino

/kəˈsinoʊz/
kuh-SEE-nohz
/kɐsˈiːnəʊz/
kuh-SEE-nohz

Definition

Buildings or places where people go to play gambling games and often also to eat, drink, or see shows.

Usage & Nuances

Used in both formal and casual contexts, typically refers to legal venues for gambling. Common with 'go to', 'work in', 'big casinos', and 'Las Vegas'. Do not confuse with 'casino' as a restaurant or social club in some countries.

Example Sentences

Some people work in casinos as dealers.

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You must be 21 to enter most casinos in the US.

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Some casinos offer free drinks to keep guests playing longer.

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Online casinos have become very popular in recent years.

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She says she never wins at casinos, but she keeps going back for the fun.

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There are many casinos in Las Vegas.

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