Meaning of the word blackjack in English
What does blackjack mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
blackjack
US /ˈblæk.dʒæk/
UK /ˈblæk.dʒæk/
Noun
1.
a card game in which players try to obtain cards with a face value totaling 21 or as close as possible to 21 without going over
Example:
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We played a few rounds of blackjack at the casino.
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He hit blackjack on his first two cards.
2.
a short, leather-covered club, often weighted, used as a weapon
Example:
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The assailant used a blackjack to strike his victim.
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He carried a small blackjack for self-defense.