parchesi n an ancient board game resembling backgammon; played on a cross-shaped board Usage(s) Best new children's game is Ranger Commandos, a parchesi-type in which little barges set out across open water, zigzag to landings, and move little wooden commando pieces inland . Cribbage, parchesi, flinch, or lotto. In effect, Love is parchesi with sex appeal. Synonym(s) pachisi parchisi