phrases, sayings, idioms and expressions at

Crap shoot

Posted by EAH on August 26, 2003

In Reply to: Crap shoot posted by rich lyon on August 26, 2003

: Anyone know what "crap shoot" means? Since I don't know how to shoot craps does that mean the same as "luck of the draw" or "pays yer money and takes yer chances"?. What are they shooting for antway? I saw it used in a publication where its use surprised me.

Check out www.craps-hangout.com/ index.htm for a decent explanation of this dice game, origin of the name and explanation of terms. A shooter is the person rolling the dice. Ideally the dice should bounce off the far side of the gaming table. When I tried the game at a charity event, using fake dollars, my aim was a bit off. Mine flew OVER the side. I was much better with cards, especially blackjack.

© 1997 – 2024 Phrases.org.uk. All rights reserved.