What does MONTE mean?

Monte

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A gambling card game in which players bet on which cards will be drawn from a dealing box.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈmɑn.teɪ/, UK: /ˈmɒn.ti/

Origin and Usage: The word "monte" comes from the Spanish word "monte" meaning "mountain." The game of monte originated in Mexico and was brought to the United States in the 19th century. It was a popular gambling game in the Old West and is still played today in some parts of the world.

Synonyms: Three-card monte, Find the lady, Bonneteau, and Three-card trick.

Related Words: Money, Month, Monte, and Motel.

Example Sentences:

• He lost all his money playing monte.
• She watched as the dealer shuffled the cards for the next game of monte.
• Monte is a popular game in some parts of South America.