Dice

usgb/daɪs/
noun

Small cube with numbers or symbols on each side, used in games.

He rolled the dice and moved his piece forward
Visual representation of "dice" - Small cube with numbers or symbols on each side, used in games

Often appears as...

  • roll the dice
  • dice game
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Plurality Use

Though 'dice' is the plural of 'die', it is commonly used for both singular and plural forms.

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I lost my dice, now I only have one dice left.
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Game Outcome

When rolling dice, the outcome often decides the next move in a game, implying randomness.

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He rolled the dice and landed on a space requiring him to draw a card.
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Luck or Chance

'Roll the dice' can metaphorically mean to take a chance or risk, even outside of games.

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I decided to roll the dice and invest in the stock.
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