Casino — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /kə-ˈsē-(ˌ)nō/ ca·si·no

Meaning & Definition of Casino

Casino (noun)

  1. a building or room used for social amusements; specifically, one used for gambling
  2. a card game in which cards are won by matching or combining cards in a hand with those exposed on the table
  3. summerhouse

Casino (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views

    "on summer evenings dance bands would perform in the seaside casino"

    related: trellis

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Casino

The most common words with a similar meaning to Casino:

Word Forms of Casino

Inflections: casinos

Origin & Etymology of Casino

Italian, from casa house, from Latin, cottage

First known use: 1744

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Casino

Words & Phrases Containing Casino

Frequently Asked Questions about Casino

What does "Casino" mean?

"Casino" means a building or room used for social amusements; specifically, one used for gambling. As a noun, it is defined as: a building or room used for social amusements; specifically, one used for gambling.

What is another word for "Casino"?

Other words for "Casino" include alcove, belvedere, gazebo, kiosk, pavilion and summerhouse. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Casino" you intend.

How do you use "Casino" in a sentence?

Examples of "Casino" in a sentence: "on summer evenings dance bands would perform in the seaside casino".

Is "Casino" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Casino" is a noun.

Is "Casino" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Casino" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Casino"?

"Casino" is pronounced /kə-ˈsē-(ˌ)nō/ and divided into syllables as ca·si·no.

What is the origin of the word "Casino"?

"Casino" comes from Italian, from casa house, from Latin, cottage. First known use: 1744.

What is another word for "Casino" meaning "a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views"?

When "Casino" (noun) means a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views, synonyms include alcove, belvedere, gazebo, kiosk, pavilion and summerhouse.