crazy eight

A form of crazy eights — A card game in which players try to rid themselves of their cards by playing a matching rank or suit on the previous card played, having to draw an additional card if unable to do this; a player who plays an eight can dictate the suit to be played next.

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nouncrazy eight (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountablecard gamesAlternative form of crazy eights.
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