four of a kind

noun

, Poker.

1. a set of four cards of the same denominations.

Word History and Origins

Origin of four of a kind¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

When he needs to triumph with four of a kind, he’s not showy.

From Los Angeles Times

Of course, the Astros, Dodgers, Yankees, Indians or Cubs may have four of a kind.

From Washington Post

He grew up first in Texas and then in Reno, Nev. When Mr. Stevens was a teenager, the family moved to Oakland, where he began singing in bands, among them Rick and the Ravens and Four of a Kind.

From New York Times

The probe into Amazon is one of four of a kind that the E.U. started last year.

From Time

Are Nats now holding four of a kind?

From Washington Post