English Explanatory Dictionary

coin toss

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A particular instance where a coin is launched in the air, and whichever side that it lands on finalises a decision.
  2. An uncertain selection between two outcomes of similar likelihood, or between two objects of similar quality.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

coin toss coin tosses coin-toss

Synonyms

coin flip toss-up
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