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What is another word for Ridotto?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪdˈɒtə͡ʊ] (IPA)

The word "Ridotto" refers to a private gambling house, which was prevalent in Italy during the 17th and 18th centuries. Synonyms for this word include a gaming house, a gambling den, a betting parlor, or a casino. These all refer to a place where gambling is the main activity, and people can come to indulge in various games of chance. Ridotto was considered a luxurious and exclusive establishment, catering only to the aristocracy and the wealthy. Nowadays, casinos have replaced the Ridotto, but the word is still used in historical contexts to describe such establishments.
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"Regular Ridotto business, the Spanish consul says," answered Hoskins.
"A Fearful Responsibility and Other Stories"
William D. Howells
With my pockets full of gold and silver, I left the Ridotto, hurried to Muran, entered the sanctuary, and saw my divinity leaning against the mantelpiece.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
That passion was rooted in me; to live and to play were to me two identical things, and as I could not hold the bank I would go and punt at the Ridotto, where I lost my money morning and night.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt

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