Etymology

according to Hoyle

Today it means: In strict accordance with the rules, especially of card games; in the proper or expected manner. Full definition →

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The story

Named after Edmond Hoyle (1672–1769), an early author on the subject of card gaming.

Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.