trump meaning and definition

TRUMP noun

Definition of trump (noun)

1. a playing card in the suit that has been declared trumps
   • "the ace of trumps is a sure winner"
   • synonyms: trump card
2. (card games) the suit that has been declared to rank above all other suits for the duration of the hand
   • "clubs were declared trumps"; "a trump can take a trick even when a card of a different suit is led"
3. a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves
   • synonyms: cornet, horn, trumpet

TRUMP verb

Definition of trump (verb)

1. produce a sound as if from a trumpet
2. get the better of
   • "the goal was to best the competition"
   • synonyms: best, outdo, outflank, scoop
3. play a trump
   • synonyms: ruff
4. proclaim or announce with or as if with a fanfare
   • synonyms: trump out