Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

endplay

noun

/ˈɛndˌpleɪ/

Definition

A maneuver in a card game, especially in bridge, where the goal is to bring about the final plays affecting the result.

Examples

During the final stages of the game, she employed an endplay strategy to secure her victory.
The experienced player executed an endplay that left her opponents with no good options.
In bridge, mastering endplay can often be the key to winning high-stakes games.

Meaning

Endplay refers to a strategic maneuver in card games designed to place an opponent in a difficult position, often forcing them to make an unfavorable choice in their final plays.