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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dominos

/ˈdɒmɪnəʊz/ noun · British & US
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What does dominos mean?

noun

A set of small, flat pieces of wood or plastic with two square ends and one or more dots on each end, used for playing a game of skill and chance. Dominoes are often used as a metaphor for a series of events or consequences that follow one after another.

Example

"The domino effect of the economic crisis led to widespread unemployment and poverty."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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