Ace

Definition

A playing card with a single spot on it, typically representing one point or denoting high value, or a person who excels in a particular skill or activity.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb
• Adjective

Pronunciation

• IPA Pronunciation:
• American: /eɪs/
• British: /eɪs/
• Respelling:
• American: ays
• British: ays

Etymology

The term "ace" is believed to be derived from the Old French word "as", which means "a unit", from the name of a small Roman coin. It was later used to describe the side of a die with only one mark before being used for playing cards.

Derivatives

• Ace-high
• Ace of spades
• Ace in the hole
• Ace up one's sleeve
• Ace out

Synonyms

• Expert
• Pro
• Master

Antonyms

• Amateur
• Novice
• Beginner

Usage

• "She served an ace during the tennis match."
• "He is an ace pilot, known for his unmatched skills."
• "With that move, she played her ace in the hole."

Related Terms

• Deuce
• Playing cards
• Tennis serve

Detailed Definition

Noun:

• A playing card with a single spot on it, ranked as the highest card in its suit in most card games.
• Example: "I have an ace of spades in my hand."
• A score of one point, achieved by a single stroke, in tennis and other games.
• Example: "She won the game with three aces in a row."
• A person who excels at a particular sport or activity.
• Example: "He's an ace at mathematics."

Verb:

• (In tennis and similar games) to score an ace against (an opponent).
• Example: "She aced her opponent in the final serve."
• To achieve high marks in (a test or exam).
• Example: "He aced the final exam."

Adjective:

• Very good; excellent.
• Example: "That was an ace performance!"

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