Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

curinga

Noun
/kuːˈrɪŋɡə/
Definition
In card games, a ‘curinga’ refers to a wild card that can be used in place of any other card.
Examples
  • The joker is often considered a curinga in poker games.
  • In his play, the character acted as a curinga, influencing the plot in unexpected ways.
Meaning
The term ‘curinga’ can also signify someone or something that plays a versatile or unpredictable role.
Synonyms
  • wild card
  • versatile player
  • trump card