“Hoyle” is a dictionary of rules for card playing games.Īcknowledge the Corn – To admit the truth, to confess a lie, or acknowledge an obvious personal shortcoming.Īcock – Knocked over, defeated, astounded, suddenly surprised.Īcreocracy – Signifies a landlord interest.Īcross Lots – The fastest way possible, in the most expeditious manner.Īdvantage – Pocket advantage – Carrying a derringer in a coat pocket that is charged and at half cock. Also applied to a street prostitute.Ībove-Board – In open sight, without artifice, or trick.Ībove One’s Bend – Out of one’s power, beyond reach.Ībove Snakes – If you were “above snakes,” you were above ground – meaning still alive.Īce in the Hole – A hideout or a hidden gun.Īce-High – Depending upon the context, this might mean “first-class and respected”, or it could mean a winning poker hand.Īccording to Hoyle – Correct, by the book.
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