Doubleton (Noun)
Meaning
(bridge) a pair of playing cards that are the only cards in their suit in the hand dealt to a player.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The contract called for declarer to take four tricks, despite being dealt a doubleton in diamonds.
- With a doubleton in spades, it was unlikely that the player would be able to make the spade contract.
- Partner had promised support with a doubleton in hearts, but the cards didn't cooperate.
- After the auction, declarer realized she had a doubleton in diamonds and would have to rely on her other suits.
- Despite having a five-card major, the opposition had a doubleton in clubs, which proved to be crucial in the final analysis.