rookie card

noun

A sports card that is the first to feature an athlete after that athlete has participated in the highest level of competition within his or her sport.

Meanings

nounrookie card (plural rookie cards)

plural rookie cards

  1. collectible card gamesA sports card that is the first to feature an athlete after that athlete has participated in the highest level of competition within his or her sport.
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