dominos
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- واژهنامه · Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary domino effect Function: noun Date: 1966 : a cumulative effect produced when one event initiates a succession of similar events ― compare RIPPLE EFFECT domino theory Function: noun Etymology: from the fact that if dominoes are stood on end one slightly behind the other, a slight push on the first will topple the others Date: 1965 1 : a theory that if one nation becomes Communist-controlled the neighboring nations will also become Communist-controlled 2 : the theory that if one act or event is allowed to take place a series of similar acts or events will follow dom·i·no n. Pronunciation: ' dä-mə- ˌ nō Function: noun Inflected Form: plural -noes or -nos Etymology: French, probably from Latin (in the ritual formula benedicamus Domino let us bless the Lord) Date: circa 1694 1 a (1) : a long loose hooded cloak usually worn with a half mask as a masquerade costume (2) : a half mask worn over the eyes with a masquerade costume b : a person wearing a domino 2 a : a flat rectangular block (as of wood or plastic) whose face is divided into two equal parts that are blank or bear usually from one to six dots arranged as on dice faces b plural but usually singular in construction : any of several games played with a set of usually 28 dominoes 3 : a member of a group (as of nations) expected to behave in accordance with the domino theory