blackjack Meaning and Definition

1. n. a gambling game using cards; the object is to hold cards having a higher count than those dealt to the bank up to but not exceeding 21

2. n. a flag usually bearing a white skull and crossbones on a black background; indicates a pirate ship

3. n. a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people

4. n. a common scrubby deciduous tree of central and southeastern United States having dark bark and broad three-lobed (club-shaped) leaves; tends to form dense thickets

5. v. exert pressure on someone through threats