low card

Pip below five

Low card refers to a card of small rank in card games, typically a two through six.

In poker, low cards work against making strong hands: I folded—nothing but low cards.

Some games like lowball reverse normal rankings, making low cards desirable.

A low card can also decide who acts first or deals.

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