little Joe

noun

1. a cast of four in craps.

Word History and Origins

Origin of little Joe¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

That kind of tripe was for the little Joe Dopes who got their thrills vicariously.

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He evidently did not want to locate an individual called "Little Joe," whom he importuned incessantly to stay away.

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Little Joe heard a half-suppressed roar go up from the throng.

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Little Joe forgot about the day, and forgot that Miss Amory would probably be in church in the morning.

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Little Joe climbed out of the water on a rock just below Peter and settled himself comfortably.

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