Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
one-armed-bandit
noun
/ˌwʌn ˈɑːrməd ˈbæn.dɪt/
Definition
A term commonly used to refer to a slot machine, especially in casinos, that is operated by pulling a lever on the side, resembling an arm.
Examples
- Every time I visit Vegas, I can’t resist playing the one-armed-bandit.
- The sound of coins falling from the one-armed-bandit is music to my ears.
- She spent the entire evening feeding quarters into the one-armed-bandit.
Meaning
The phrase captures the idea of a machine that can bring both excitement and financial risk, as players try to win money by spinning the reels.
Synonyms
- slot machine
- poker machine
- fruit machine
