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spades
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/pi.kɨ/pi·que
Definitions
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One of the four suits in a deck of playing cards, represented by a black pointed leaf symbol (♠).
Usage examples
“The ace of spades is a powerful card.”
“He led with the queen of spades.”
Common combinations
ace of spadesking of spadessuit of spades
2
A state of vigor, energy, or high spirits.
Usage examples
“The team came onto the pitch full of pep.”
“I don't have the pep to go out tonight.”
Common combinations
full of peplack of peppep talk