cardsharp

English

/ˈkɑːdʃɑːp/, /ˈkɑɹdʃɑɹp/

noun
Definitions
  • (card games) A professional cheater at card games.

Etymology

Compound from English card (material with embedded wire bristles, card) + English sharp (dishonest person, cheater).

Origin

English

sharp

Gloss

dishonest person, cheater

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