Pinochle
(noun)
A trick-taking card game that is played with a 48-card deck.
Origin:
Pinochle is derived from the german word 'binocle' which means 'eyeglasses' or 'spectacles'. the word 'pinochle' is used to refer to a trick-taking card game that is played with a 48-card deck.
Examples:
- Pinochle is a popular card game in the United States.
- She was an expert in playing pinochle.
- The group of friends gathers every weekend for a pinochle tournament.
- Pinochle is usually played with four players in two partnerships.
- He learned how to play pinochle from his grandfather.