English dictionary
blackjack
nounPronunciation
ˈblækdʒæk
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- a gambling game using cards; the object is to hold cards having a higher count than those dealt to the banker up to but not exceeding 21
noun
- a flag usually bearing a white skull and crossbones on a black background; indicates a pirate ship
noun
- a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people
noun
- a common scrubby deciduous tree of central and southeastern United States having dark bark and broad three-lobed (club-shaped) leaves; tends to form dense thickets
verb
- exert pressure on someone through threats