Meaning of the word deuce in English
What does deuce mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
deuce
US /duːs/
UK /djuːs/
Noun
1.
a score of 40 in tennis, at which point a player must score two consecutive points to win the game
Example:
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The tennis match went to deuce several times.
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It's deuce, so we need two more points to win.
2.
a card or dice showing the number two
Example:
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He rolled a deuce and a five.
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The poker hand had a pair of deuces.
Exclamation
used as a mild oath or exclamation of annoyance or surprise
Example:
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What the deuce are you doing?
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Oh, deuce! I forgot my wallet.