cards

/kɑrdz/
noun
  1. A set of small, rectangular pieces of stiff paper used for playing games.
    • He bought a new deck of cards for the game night.
    • We sat around the table and played cards all evening.
    • She shuffled the cards and dealt them to each player.
  2. A greeting card or postcard, often sent for a special occasion.
    • I sent her a birthday card with a funny message inside.
    • He received a get-well card from his coworkers.
    • They sell beautiful handmade cards at the local shop.
  3. A small, flat piece of plastic or paper used for identification, payment, or access.
    • She paid for the groceries with her credit card.
    • Don't forget to bring your library card to borrow books.
    • He swiped his key card to enter the building.
  4. A playing card used in magic tricks or fortune-telling.
    • She read my future using tarot cards.
    • He pulled an ace from the deck as his lucky card.
    • The magician made a card disappear from his hand.
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