The comparative form of 'dicy' or 'dicey,' meaning more risky, uncertain, or dangerous; more likely to result in an unfavorable outcome.
From 'dicey' (risky, uncertain), which derives from 'dice' (the gaming cubes where outcomes are unpredictable). The comparative form adds '-er' to show increasing degrees of risk.
The origin is perfect: just like rolling dice is uncertain, a 'dicier' situation is one where the outcome is even more unpredictable and dangerous!
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