Flush (cards)
A flush is a hand of playing cards where all cards are of the same suit. A sequence or run is a type of flush in which the cards form an unbroken sequence of ranks.
Etymology
The general meaning of the word flush is fullness or abundance, as there are similar meaning words in Dutch, French, Italian and Spanish. The words origin is 'fluxus' in Latin, which means 'flow'.
Examples
| Four card flush in Spades |     |
|---|---|
| Five card flush in Hearts |      |
| Three card flush in Clubs |    |
See also
- Glossary of card game terms
- Flush (poker)
- List of poker hands
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