Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acey-deucey
noun
/ˈeɪ.si ˈduː.si/
Definition
A game played with a set of dice, often used in gambling contexts, where players compete to get the highest score.
Examples
- The group gathered around the table to play acey-deucey.
- After a few rounds of acey-deucey, they were all laughing and having a good time.
- His knowledge of the rules made him a formidable opponent in the acey-deucey game.
Meaning
The term ‘acey-deucey’ refers to both a specific type of dice game and can also signify a situation that is uncertain or unpredictable.
Synonyms
- Backgammon
- Dice game
- Gambling game
