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domino

Definition

noun: a small flat rectangular block made of wood or plastic that has one or more dots on one side and that is used in playing games
noun: a long loose hooded cloak usually worn with a half mask as a masquerade costume
synonyms: 2-omino

Examples

The delay created a 'domino effect' [='ripple effect'], disrupting deliveries around the country.

Movie quotes

(..) No official title to him, but it's Mark Usher running the transition. Okay. Let's find out who's in and who's out. The dominoes are falling. - Now, who's on Romero? - Here. - We want the congressman on the record. - I've got it. And let's save Macallan for the weekend. (..)
2017 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 65 Season: 5 Episode 13