What is another word for PIPS?

Pronunciation: [pˈɪps] (IPA)

Pips refer to the markings or small raised dots on playing cards, dice, and dominoes that indicate their numeric value or rank. Some synonyms or alternative terms for pips include dots, spots, points, numerals, marks, dints, bumps, and symbols. In the context of playing cards, the pips are usually represented by simple shapes such as circles, diamonds, hearts, and spades. They can also be categorized as face cards (court cards) and number cards, with the former having more elaborate designs and larger pips. Pips are important in various card and dice games, where players need to keep track of their score or calculate the odds of winning.

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Usage examples for Pips

I frequently met him in society, where his refined and gentle manners, and his quaintly humorous conversation, were what might have been anticipated from the author of "PIPS his Diary," the "Comic Grammars," and other contributions to the paper to which he was so long and so faithfully attached.
"John Leech, His Life and Work. Vol. 1"
William Powell Frith
He washed the memory out of his thought, and concentrated on the flashing PIPS that chased themselves over the operator's screen.
"Eight Keys to Eden"
Mark Irvin Clifton
The returning PIPS showed the signal was getting through to Eden.
"Eight Keys to Eden"
Mark Irvin Clifton

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