Meaning of the word domino in English

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domino

US /ˈdɑː.mə.noʊ/
UK /ˈdɑː.mə.noʊ/
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Noun

1.

a small rectangular block of wood or plastic, with a line dividing its face into two square parts, each of which is marked with a number of spots (or left blank), used in the game of dominoes

Example:
He placed the last domino to win the game.
The child stacked the dominoes in a long line.
2.

a loose cloak, especially one with a half mask, worn to a masquerade

Example:
She wore a black domino to the masked ball.
The mysterious figure was hidden behind a dark domino.
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