Meaning of the word whist in English
What does whist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
whist
US /wɪst/
UK /wɪst/
Noun
a card game, usually for four players in two partnerships, in which trumps are determined by the last card dealt and points are scored for tricks won
Example:
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They spent the evening playing a game of whist.
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The old gentlemen often gathered to play whist.