upcard

English

noun
Definitions
  • (card games) In stud poker or blackjack, a playing card dealt face up and left on the table for others to see.
  • (card games) In rummy, the top card of the discard pile.

Etymology

Compound from English up (a higher degree, adverb) + English card (material with embedded wire bristles, card).

Origin

English

card

Gloss

material with embedded wire bristles, card

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Person/Thing

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