Definition of card - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
game itemrectangular game piece printed with suits or numbers
- He drew an ace from the deck of cards..
2.
noteprinted greeting sent for special occasions
- She received a birthday card from her friend..
3.
financepiece of plastic used for transactions
- She paid with her credit card.
4.
technologyelectronic device storing data
- He saved the files on a memory card..
5.
computingTECH. component in a computer for additional functionsTECH.
- The graphics card improved the game's performance.
6.
sportRare list of events or participants in sportsRare
- The boxing card was full of exciting matches.
Verb
1.
identificationUS check someone's ID for age verificationUS
- The bartender carded everyone who looked under 30.
2.
golf scorerecord a score on a scorecard
- He carded a 72 in the tournament.
3.
textile processingTECH. use a carding device on fibersTECH.
- The factory workers card wool before spinning.
4.
tortureDated scrape flesh with a metal combDated
- In ancient times, they would card prisoners as punishment.
Acronym
acr: cardinalTECH. number that shows position or orderTECH.
- In this system, each card represents a counting number.
Images of card
rectangular game piece printed with suits or numbers 
printed greeting sent for special occasions 
piece of plastic used for transactions 
electronic device storing data 
component in a computer for additional functions
Expressions with card
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card with any value in card games
She used the joker as a wild card to complete her flush..
distinctive characteristic or behavior identifying someone
His loud laugh was his calling card.
valuable resource kept for a critical moment
He played his trump card during the negotiation to gain the upper hand.
professional card player who cheats to win money
The card shark was banned for cheating at poker.
certain privilege that avoids punishment or bad consequences
He used his get out of jail free card to skip the meeting.
punish a player by sending them off for breaking rules
The referee will show the red card if you foul again.
use gender issues to gain advantage
She played the gender card to win the argument.
pretend to be hurt or wronged to influence others
He played the victim card to get out of trouble.
act in a funny or entertaining way
He always makes us laugh—he really does be a card!
hidden strategy or plan
The coach had a card up his sleeve for the final play.
leave evidence or a sign of your presence
The thief left a calling card at the scene.
leave evidence showing you were present or involved
The hacker left his calling card in the system.
use the most powerful or effective option available
She decided to play her trump card during the final debate.
use race to gain advantage
He played the race card to win the argument.
use a hidden advantage to gain an edge
When they refused to budge, you played your trump card: the signed contract.
schedule of appointments or engagements
My dance card is full this week with meetings.
receive a warning about someone's intentions
He had his card marked about the new manager.
highlight sexism to deflect criticism
He played the sexism card to avoid answering the question.
use a topic or issue to gain an advantage
He played the sympathy card to sway the audience during the meeting.
invocation of race to gain advantage in discussions
He played the race card to win the argument.
greeting card sent to celebrate Christmas
She received a beautiful Christmas card from her aunt..
plastic card linked to a credit account
She paid for the dress with her credit card.
card wishing someone a quick recovery
She sent him a get-well card after his surgery.
prepaid card used to make purchases at specific stores
She used her gift card to buy a new dress at her favorite boutique..
Origin of card
Greek, khartēs (papyrus)
Terms with card included in their meaning
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game
playing card with a single pip
playing cards
playing card showing the numeral 8
number
playing card showing a quartet of symbols used in card games
card suit
suit in playing cards marked with red heart symbols
abr: identification
document or card showing who someone is
game
card with seven symbols in card games
games
playing card with six symbols
entry permit
card or paper allowing someone to enter a place temporarily
game
playing card with nine pips
security
card granting access to an area
games
act of distributing cards in a card game
card suit
suit in a deck of cards
playing
play card games, board games, or video games
table gaming
playing card bearing the figure of a young man
protection
protective covering for a document or card
card games
playing card ranked between two and four in value
casino game
gambling card game aiming for 21 points
transportation
card allowing unlimited bus rides for a period
finance
machine dispensing cash using a card
paint selection
printed card showing available paint or dye colours
game
playing card in clubs with a king's image
game
playing card with the highest value in the diamonds suit
game
playing card with a heart symbol and a king
game
playing card in the spades suit with a king symbol
Examples of card in a sentence
Each card in the deck has a unique design. He sent a Christmas card to his family. She keeps every holiday card she receives. He lost his card at the mall. The card was declined at the restaurant. The card malfunctioned and lost all the data.
She inserted the card into the reader. He installed a new sound card to enhance audio quality. The network card was malfunctioning, causing connectivity issues. The promoter announced a six-bout card. Two title fights headline tonight's card. She was carded at the entrance of the club. They card everyone buying alcohol here. She carded a personal best during the final round. Despite the pressure, he carded a solid score on the last hole. They card the cotton to prepare it for weaving. The process to card fibers is crucial for quality yarn. The cruel ruler ordered to card the rebels. They used to card criminals as a form of torture. The card number five was missing from the deck. She placed the card number one on top of the stack.
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- French:carte, contrôler, ...
- German:Karte, den Ausweis kontrollieren, ...
- Italian:carta, chiedere i documenti, ...
- Spanish:naipe, pedir identificación, ...
- Portuguese:naipe, pedir a identificação, ...
- Chinese:游戏卡, 查验, ...
- Japanese:トランプ, 身分証を確認する, ...
- Arabic:ورقة لعب, دَقَّقَ الهُوِيَّة, ...
- Hebrew:קְלָף, לְבַקֵּשׁ תְּעוּדַת זֶהוּת, ...
- Russian:карта для игры, проверить документы, ...
- Ukrainian:карта для гри, перевірити документи, ...
- Hindi:ताश का पत्ता, आईडी जांचना, ...
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