Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

trunfo

noun

/ˈtrʌn.foʊ/

Definition

A term used in card games to refer to a trump card that has the ability to win over ordinary cards in a particular suit.

Examples

In the game of trumps, playing a trunfo card can secure a win for that round.
She played her trunfo at the perfect moment, turning the tide of the game in her favor.

Meaning

In card games, a trunfo is a card that can beat other cards, typically because it is of a higher value or because it serves a special function as determined by the game’s rules.