Definition

A small spinning toy with four sides, each marked with letters, used in games of chance.

Example

The children played with a teetotum, taking turns to spin it and see which letter it landed on.

Conversation

Have you ever played a game with a teetotum?

Yeah, I used to play that when I was a kid!

It's such a fun way to decide things, isn't it?

Absolutely! It adds a bit of randomness to any game.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teetotum originates from the Latin phrase 'totius' (meaning whole) and 'totum' (meaning total or all). The word refers to a spinning top that is used in games, symbolizing the entirety of the game or the whole action of spinning.

Memory Tip

Think of 'whole' and 'total' to remember that a teetotum is a spinning top representing the entirety of a game.

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