deal (A2)
verb, noun
Pronunciation: /diːl/
Definition
To distribute cards to players in a game; to give out something.
Examples
The dealer will deal each player seven cards.
The teacher dealt out the worksheets to the class.
He was dealt a bad hand in life, facing many challenges from a young age.
How to Use deal
- deal with (phrasal verb)
- To cope with or manage a situation or person. — "You need to learn how to deal with stress effectively."
- deal in (phrasal verb)
- To buy and sell a particular product as a business. — "This shop deals in antique furniture."
- deal out (phrasal verb)
- To distribute something, especially cards in a game. — "The dealer dealt out the cards to the players."
- a good deal (collocation)
- A large amount or quantity. — "She knows a good deal about ancient history."
- a fair deal (collocation)
- An agreement that is considered just or equitable. — "Both sides agreed it was a fair deal."
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