LOO

n. v.

3 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

An old game played with five, or three, cards dealt to each player from a full pack. When five cards are used the highest card is the knave of clubs or (if so agreed upon) the knave of trumps; -- formerly called lanterloo.

2.
n.

A modification of the game of "all fours" in which the players replenish their hands after each round by drawing each a card from the pack.

3.
v.

To beat in the game of loo by winning every trick. [Written also lu.] Goldsmith.


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