noun

craps

kraps

Craps (noun) means a dice game, popular in casinos, where players bet on the outcome of the roll. Example: “They spent the night at the craps table in Las Vegas.”

noun

A dice game, popular in casinos, where players bet on the outcome of the roll.

"They spent the night at the craps table in Las Vegas."

How to use craps

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casino dice game played by betting on the result of the roll.

Common pairings

play craps craps table shoot craps

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.

Test yourself on “craps” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage →

Etymology

From Louisiana Creole craps, itself an alteration of the English word "crabs" (an old term for the lowest throw at dice).

Rhymes for craps

taps naps caps chaps slaps wraps flaps

See all rhymes for craps →

Frequently asked questions

What does “craps” mean?

The word “craps” means a dice game, popular in casinos, where players bet on the outcome of the roll. In plain terms, a casino dice game played by betting on the result of the roll.

How do you pronounce “craps”?

“Craps” is pronounced kraps (/kɹæps/ in IPA).

How do you use “craps” in a sentence?

Here is “craps” used in a sentence: “They spent the night at the craps table in Las Vegas.”

What part of speech is “craps”?

“Craps” is a noun.