craps meaning and definition

CRAPS noun

Definition of craps (noun)

1. expressions used when when two dice are thrown and both come up showing one spot
   • synonyms: snake eyes
2. a gambling game played with two dice; a first throw of 7 or 11 wins and a first throw of 2, 3, or 12 loses and a first throw of any other number must be repeated to win before a 7 is thrown, which loses the bet and the dice