noun a mischievous or deceitful person
In card games such as poker, 'deuce' refers to the playing card with a rank of 2.
In street slang, 'deuce' can refer to a two-dollar bill or a quantity of two of something.
In tennis, 'deuce' is a score of 40-40, indicating that one player must win two consecutive points to win the game.
In basketball, 'deuce' can refer to a two-point shot or a two-point field goal.
In dice games, 'deuce' refers to a roll of two on a pair of dice.
In sports writing, 'deuce' is often used to refer to a tied score of 40-40 in tennis matches.
In psychology, 'deuce' may be used metaphorically to describe a situation where there are two opposing sides or perspectives.
In culinary contexts, 'deuce' may refer to a portion size of two items, such as a deuce of oysters or a deuce of lamb chops.
In finance, 'deuce' can be used informally to refer to a two-dollar bill, which is a rare denomination in the United States.