What is another word for overcall?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvəkˈɔːl] (IPA)

Overcall, the act of making a higher bid in bridge or other card games, can be described using a variety of synonyms. One similar term is an overbid, which expresses the same idea of bidding higher than an opponent's bid. Another synonym is a jump bid, as it similarly involves jumping the bidding process to make a higher bid. In contrast, an undercut refers to when an opponent's bid is higher than necessary, allowing the player to make a lower bid. Other possible synonyms for overcall include outbid, challenge bid, or even overestimate, as bidding too high can lead to negative consequences in card games.

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What are the hypernyms for Overcall?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Overcall?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for overcall (as nouns)

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