Blackjack ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Blackjack ( noun )

1. A card game in which the objective is to have a hand value of 21 or as close to 21 as possible without going over, also known as 21.
2. A hand in this game with a value of 21 made up of an Ace and a 10-point card.
3. A type of baton used by law enforcement, typically made of a solid piece of wood or metal.

Origin:

A card game whose origins can be traced back to the 17th century, named for the highest-ranking hand in the game, which consists of an ace and a 10-point card (either a 10, jack, queen, or king).

Examples:

1. I'll play a round of blackjack.
2. I got blackjack, I win.
3. The casino offers several variations of blackjack.
4. The dealer has a blackjack, all player lose.
5. He was carrying a blackjack when he was arrested.

(As a verb)

Blackjack ( verb )

1. A card game in which the objective is to have a hand value of 21 or as close to 21 as possible without going over, also known as 21.
2. A hand in this game with a value of 21 made up of an Ace and a 10-point card.
3. A type of baton used by law enforcement, typically made of a solid piece of wood or metal.

Origin:

A card game whose origins can be traced back to the 17th century, named for the highest-ranking hand in the game, which consists of an ace and a 10-point card (either a 10, jack, queen, or king).

Examples:

1. I'll play a round of blackjack.
2. I got blackjack, I win.
3. The casino offers several variations of blackjack.
4. The dealer has a blackjack, all player lose.
5. He was carrying a blackjack when he was arrested.