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no-trump
[ noh-truhmp ]
adjective
- (of a hand, bid, or contract) without a trump suit; noting a bid or contract to be played without naming a trump suit.
noun
- the declaration to play a no-trump contract.
no-trump
noun
- a bid or contract to play without trumps
adjective
- (of a hand) of balanced distribution suitable for playing without trumps
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Word History and Origins
Origin of no-trump1
First recorded in 1895–1900
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Example Sentences
When the dealer has a choice of declarations, a sound heart make is to be preferred to a doubtful no-trump.
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The converse, to lead through strength, must be used with caution, and does not apply to no-trump declarations.
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It had fallen to Evelyn to provide her with a no-trump hand containing four aces, and she was disposed to be gracious.
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At no-trump the dealer's partner has a wider field for assistance, as any one good suit will help.
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On the rubber game, with the score very much against him, the dealer should declare no-trump.
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