Spade (Noun)
Meaning 1
A sturdy hand shovel that can be pushed into the earth with the foot.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A playing card in the major suit that has one or more black figures on it; "she led a low spade"; "spades were trumps".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She led a low spade to start the game of bridge.
- The player to her left played a higher spade, taking the trick.
- Spades were trumps in the final round of the tournament.
- He bid spades, hoping his partner would have a strong hand.
- The ace of spades was the highest card in the suit.