name
Vegas
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name
1
Short, informal name for Las Vegas, Nevada.
"They flew to Vegas for a bachelor party weekend."
noun
1
Informally, gambling or sports betting in general.
"He treats every football game like it's Vegas, betting on every match."
How to Use Vegas
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual short name for Las Vegas, or gambling culture generally.
When to use it
Informal; "Vegas" without "Las" is standard in casual conversation.
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Etymology
A clipped form of "Las Vegas."