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pam

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /pæm/

KK: /pæm/

noun
Definition

A playing card that is the jack of clubs and serves as the highest trump in some card games, particularly in variations of loo.


Example

In the game, the pam can change the outcome of the round if played at the right moment.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever played loo with a pam before?
Sloth B
No, I haven't. What's a pam?
Sloth A
It's the jack of clubs and the highest trump in some games.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn how to play.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
trump
card
suit
Antonyms
loser
deuce
weakness
Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English, meaning a type of bread or cake. The term 'pam' is not widely recognized in standard English vocabulary, and its specific historical roots are unclear.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pam' as a type of bread or cake from Old English, which helps you remember that it refers to a food item.

Visually Confused Words
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palm
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