Small slam, in bridge, refers to when a partnership wins 12 out of 13 tricks in a contract. There are several synonyms or alternative phrases that can be used for this term in the bridge world. Some of these include little slam, minor slam, or even small grand slam. These terms are used to describe the same accomplishment: winning a substantial number of tricks in a contract. Although it may seem like a small achievement, small slam is a significant milestone for any bridge partnership and can often be the turning point in a match. Players use these synonyms to keep the game interesting and exciting, and to add a bit of flair to their bridge vocabulary.