domino
1a flat, thumbsized, rectangular block, the face of which is divided into two parts, each either blank or bearing from one to six pips or dots: 28 such pieces form a complete set.
dominoes, (used with a singular verb) any of various games played with such pieces, usually by matching the ends of pieces and laying the dominoes down in lines and angular patterns.
Origin of domino
1Other definitions for domino (2 of 3)
a large, hooded cloak with a mask covering the eyes, worn at masquerades.
the mask.
a person wearing such dress.
Origin of domino
2Other definitions for Domino (3 of 3)
Antoine "Fats", 1928–2017, U.S. rhythm-and-blues pianist, singer, and composer.
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British Dictionary definitions for domino (1 of 3)
/ (ˈdɒmɪˌnəʊ) /
a small rectangular block used in dominoes, divided on one side into two equal areas, each of which is either blank or marked with from one to six dots
(modifier) exhibiting the domino effect: a domino pattern of takeovers
Origin of domino
1- See also dominoes
British Dictionary definitions for domino (2 of 3)
/ (ˈdɒmɪˌnəʊ) /
a large hooded cloak worn with an eye mask at a masquerade
the eye mask worn with such a cloak
Origin of domino
2British Dictionary definitions for Domino (3 of 3)
/ (ˈdɒmɪnəʊ) /
Fats. real name Antoine Domino born 1928, US rhythm-and-blues and rock-and-roll pianist, singer, and songwriter. His singles include "Ain't that a Shame" (1955) and "Blueberry Hill" (1956)
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