WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025
hole′ card′, 
    1. Games[Stud Poker.]the card dealt face down in the first round of a deal.
    2. something held in reserve until it can be used to advantage.
    • 1905–10, American.

'hole card' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations):
back to back - upcard

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