Whist: meaning, definitions and examples
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whist
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card game
Whist is a classic card game that originated in the 18th century, typically played with four players in two partnerships. The objective of the game is to win as many tricks as possible, with play based on following suit and trumping. It is known for its straightforward rules compared to other card games.
Synonyms
card game, trick-taking game.
Examples of usage
- They enjoy playing whist on Friday nights.
- Whist requires strategic thinking and planning.
- The old men gathered to play whist in the club.
- At the family reunion, we set up a whist tournament.
- She taught her grandchildren how to play whist.
to signal silence
To whist means to emit a shrill or high-pitched sound, typically to get someone's attention or to draw focus. It can also mean to signal someone to be quiet or to keep silent.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He whistled to call the dogs.
- She whistled for her friend to join them.
- He always whistled when he was happy.
- I had to whist to get the crowd's attention.
- They started to whist as the show began.
Translations
Translations of the word "whist" in other languages:
๐ต๐น whist
๐ฎ๐ณ เคตเฅเคนเคฟเคธเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช Whist
๐ฎ๐ฉ whist
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒััั
๐ต๐ฑ whist
๐ฏ๐ต ใฆใฃในใ
๐ซ๐ท whist
๐ช๐ธ whist
๐น๐ท whist
๐ฐ๐ท ์์คํธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุณุช
๐จ๐ฟ whist
๐ธ๐ฐ whist
๐จ๐ณ ๅจๆฏ็น
๐ธ๐ฎ whist
๐ฎ๐ธ whist
๐ฐ๐ฟ whist
๐ฌ๐ช แฃแแกแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ whist
๐ฒ๐ฝ whist
Etymology
The word 'whist' originates from the mid-18th century, derived from the earlier word 'whist', which denoted a game based on tricks, similar to 'whist' as it is known today. The etymology links back to the Old English word 'hwist', which means 'to be quiet' or 'to silence'. This reflects the dual meaning of the word, where it not only refers to the card game but also to the act of signaling for silence. The card game itself evolved from earlier games like 'all-fours' and became popular in English social circles, especially among the aristocracy, becoming known as a game of skill and wit. Over time, variations of whist have emerged, influencing modern card games while retaining its classic roots.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #25,229, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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