The first meld made in a deal by a player or a side, when this meld must conform to certain specifications. (Canasta, Contract Rummy)

To discard a card in order to induce an opponent to discard another card of the same rank or in suit and sequence with it. Also known as "baiting", "chumming", "fishing".

Discarding a card to induce your opponent to discard a card one rank away. Also known as "sideways fishing" or "side baiting".

See "Advertising".

Four natural cards of the same rank, essential to making a canasta. (Canasta)

The total of one’s bonus scores, as distinguished from the point values of cards melded. (Canasta)

A discard made without a clue as to whether an opponent can use it, especially the first discard of a deal.

See "Shutout".

To withhold a card that would extend a meld for an opponent.

Taking extra cards from one’s previous melds to form new sets. (Panguingue)