Whist Definition & Meaning

whist
noun
  1. a card game for four players who form two partnerships; a pack of 52 cards is dealt and each side scores one point for each trick it takes in excess of six

"Whist" in song lyrics

See how whist is used in real songs:

  • "court whist"
    AOL — AOL
  • "how to play court whist"
    AOL — AOL
  • "bid whist"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "whist"

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