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ace

/eɪs/

noun

Meaning

  • A single point or spot on a playing card or die.

  • A card or die face so marked.

    "I have the ace of diamonds."

  • The ball marked with the number 1 in pool and related games.

  • A very small quantity or degree; a particle; an atom; a jot.

  • A serve won without the opponent hitting the ball.

  • A single point won by a stroke, as in handball, rackets, etc.

  • The best pitcher on the team.

  • (19th century) A run.

  • A hole in one.

  • An expert at something.

  • A military aircraft pilot who is credited with shooting down many enemy aircraft, typically five or more.

  • A perfect score on a school exam.

  • Any of various hesperiid butterflies.

  • A quark.

Synonyms

pip

verb

Meaning

  • (US) To pass (a test, interviews etc.) perfectly.

  • To win a point by an ace.

  • To make an ace (hole in one).

Synonyms

pass with flying colours

adjective

Meaning

  • Excellent.

Synonyms

excellent,
first-rate,
outstanding