TRUMP

(noun) a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves
synonyms : cornet , horn , trumpet
(noun) (card games) the suit that has been declared to rank above all other suits for the duration of the hand
"clubs were declared trumps", "a trump can take a trick even when a card of a different suit is led"
(noun) a playing card in the suit that has been declared trumps
"the ace of trumps is a sure winner"
synonyms : trump card
(verb) proclaim or announce with or as if with a fanfare
synonyms : trump out
(verb) play a trump
synonyms : ruff
(verb) get the better of
"the goal was to best the competition"
synonyms : best , outdo , outflank , scoop
(verb) produce a sound as if from a trumpet

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