English Explanatory Dictionary

roll the dice

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To take a chance, particularly a risky attempt.
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see roll, dice.

Pronunciation

En-au-roll the dice.ogg

Word forms

roll the dice rolls the dice rolling the dice rolled the dice

Etymology

Metaphor from the use of dice in gambling games.

Synonyms

take a flyer take a gamble take a risk
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