ess — meaning in English

English meaning

• ace noun A playing card marked with a single symbol, usually ranked highest or lowest in a game.

Senses

ess is used for these senses in English:

• E-flat (music) A tone one semitone lower than E, between D and E.
• ace (card games) A playing card showing a single pip, typically the highest or lowest ranking card in a game.
• ace (tennis, volleyball) A serve won without the opponent hitting the ball.

ace — full definition

1. noun A playing card marked with a single symbol, usually ranked highest or lowest in a game.
2. noun A person who is extremely skilled at something.
3. noun (tennis) A serve that the opponent fails to touch, winning the point outright.
4. verb To do extremely well in something, such as a test.
5. adj Excellent; first-rate.

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