Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
faro
Noun
/ˈfɛə.roʊ/
Definition
A card game that originated in the 19th century, where players bet on the outcome of the dealing of cards.
Examples
- He played faro regularly at the casino, enjoying the thrill of the game.
- The rules of faro are simple enough for anyone to pick up quickly.
- Many old western films depict cowboys playing faro in saloons.
Meaning
Faro is a gambling game that is played with a standard deck of cards, where players place bets on which card will win as the dealer reveals them.
Synonyms
- Gambling game
- Card game
- Betting game
