casting lots

Definitions of casting lots
  1. noun
    making a chance decision by using lots (straws or pebbles etc.) that are thrown or drawn
    synonyms: drawing lots, sortition
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    type of:
    conclusion, decision, determination
    the act of making up your mind about something
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