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:
They spent the evening playing a game of whist.
The old gentlemen often gathered to play whist.