Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

card-shark

noun

/ˈkɑrd ʃɑrk/

Definition

A person who is very skilled at playing cards, often using deceitful tactics to win.

Examples

Although he seemed friendly, I soon realized he was a card-shark, outsmarting all of us at the poker table.
The game night turned intense when a notorious card-shark showed up, raising the stakes for everyone.

Meaning

The term ‘card-shark’ refers to someone who excels at card games, typically in a way that may involve trickery or manipulation to gain an advantage over other players.