What does LOTTO mean?

lotto Parts of Speech:

noun

Definitions:

1. a game of chance in which numbers are drawn at random and players try to match them against those chosen by the games organizers
2. a lottery in which all tickets are sold and the winner is drawn from the entire pool of entrants

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈlɑtoʊ/
• UK: /ˈlɒtəʊ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "lotto" is derived from the Italian word "lotto," which means "a lot or portion." It was first used in English to refer to a game of chance in which players draw numbered tickets from a container. The modern version of lotto was introduced in Italy in the 1950s and quickly spread throughout Europe and the rest of the world. Today, lotto is a popular form of gambling in many countries, with various versions of the game played in different regions.

Synonyms:

• lottery
• sweepstakes
• raffle

Related Words:

• bingo
• craps
• poker
• slots
• roulette

Example Sentences:

1. She won the lotto and used the money to buy a new house.
2. The local charity held a lotto to raise funds for their cause.