pinochle

 
Pronunciation: /ˈpiːnɒk(ə)l/

noun

[mass noun]
  • a North American card game for two or more players using a 48-card pack consisting of two of each card from nine to ace, the object being to score points for various combinations and to win tricks.
  • the combination of queen of spades and jack of diamonds in the game of pinochle.

Origin:

mid 19th century: of unknown origin