cards
n. countablen. small pieces of stiff paper with numbers and pictures on them used for playing games. You usually hold them in your hand so other players cannot see them.
n. rectangular pieces of stiff paper or plastic, typically decorated with symbols and numbers, used in sets for gaming or gambling.
He deals the cards to everyone at the table.
After dinner, the family sat down to play a few rounds of cards together.
Professional players often spend years mastering the statistical probabilities associated with specific decks of cards to gain a competitive edge during high-stakes tournaments.
Commonly used in the plural when referring to the game itself or the set being used.
play the cardsplay cardsWhen referring to the activity or game in general, the definite article 'the' is usually omitted.