What does WHIST mean?

Whist

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: A card game for four players, played in pairs, in which the partners of the players who drew the highest cards undertake to win a certain number of tricks.
• Verb: To make a whistling sound by passing through the air quickly.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /wɪst/
• UK: /wɪst/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "whist" originated from the Middle English word "whiste," which means to be silent or quiet. The card game of whist was first played in the 17th century in England and became popular in the 18th century. The verb form of whist is used to describe the sound of air passing through a small opening, such as a whistle or a wind instrument.

5. Synonyms: Bridge, Hearts, Spades, Poker

6. Related Words: Wrist, Twist, Whisk, Waist, Whirl

7. Example Sentences:

• She was invited to play whist with the ladies group.
• The wind whistled through the trees.