Definition of "upcard" [upcard]

• In stud poker or blackjack, a playing card dealt face up and left on the table for others to see. (noun)
• In rummy, the top card of the discard pile. (noun)

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• "The phrase "Back to back" is said of the first two hole cards in seven card stud poker, or of the hole card and the first upcard when they are paired or"
• "Depending on the dealer's upcard, this either doesn't affect or actually shaves prospects for a winning round."
• "But if you're in the game for the long haul and are concerned about edge, figure that your blackjack and the dealer's upcard mean two aces and a"