What is another word for cutting the cards?
Pronunciation: [kˈʌtɪŋ ðə kˈɑːdz] (IPA) 
Cutting the cards is a common practice in card games where players split the deck into two halves and then stack them back together to ensure a fair shuffle. If you're playing with a group of seasoned players, it might be good to switch things up a bit by using different phrases for this act. Here are some synonyms for cutting the cards: splitting the deck, dividing the stack, breaking the seal, cracking the deck, fracturing the pack, halving the cards, parting the pile, severing the set, and cleaving the cards. So, the next time you're playing cards, try switching up the phrase and see if it catches on!
