blackjack
10 synonyms for blackjack, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A short, heavy club with a flexible handle, used as a weapon.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A short, heavy club with a flexible handle, used as a weapon.
“The guard carried a blackjack for protection.”
Etymology
From black plus jack, likely referring to the leather-covered club.
Full origin of blackjack →Frequently asked questions
What does “blackjack” mean?
The word “blackjack” means a short, heavy club with a flexible handle, used as a weapon. In plain terms, a small hand club used as a weapon, or the card game of the same name.
How do you pronounce “blackjack”?
“Blackjack” is pronounced BLAKD-zhak (/ˈblækd͡ʒæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “blackjack” in a sentence?
Here is “blackjack” used in a sentence: “The guard carried a blackjack for protection.”
What part of speech is “blackjack”?
Depending on how it is used, “blackjack” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “blackjack” a common word?
“Blackjack” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “blackjack” have?
“Blackjack” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short, heavy club with a flexible handle, used as a weapon.
