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draw poker

noun

a variety of poker in which a player is dealt five cards and, after an initial bet, may discard usually up to three of these cards and receive replacements from the dealer.

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60

They were innocent of secession, rum, draw-poker, and sinfulness gin'rally.

It is for this reason, I suppose, that Gordon once adjured me never to learn the ancient game of draw-poker.

Now that I know the language, Im going to get a deck of cards and teach my jailers how to play draw poker.

Marked cards are known among gamblers as "Paper," and are considered an article of utility in draw poker.

The reporter and the clerk were quickly accommodated with seats at the center table, where 'draw poker' was in operation.

April 19, 2024tortuous

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