Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gambling-joint
noun
/ˈɡæm.bəl.ɪŋ dʒɔɪnt/
Definition
A gambling-joint is an establishment where people go to engage in gambling activities, often in an informal or illegal setting.
Examples
- After work, they often met at the local gambling-joint to unwind.
- The police raided the gambling-joint on Saturday night.
- Many stories of big wins and losses come from that old gambling-joint down the street.
Meaning
Typically used to describe places like illicit casinos or other venues where betting activities occur.
Synonyms
- Casino
- Betting house
- Wagering establishment
- Bookmaker
