What does "according to hoyle" mean?

In strict accordance with the rules, especially of card games; in the proper or expected manner.

According to hoyle

Common synonyms include: according to regulations, according to rule, appropriate, by the book, by the numbers, condign.

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In strict accordance with the rules, especially of card games; in the proper or expected manner. idiomatic
"This isn't a country where things are cut and dried, and done according to Hoyle."

"This isn't a country where things are cut and dried, and done according to Hoyle."

Named after Edmond Hoyle (1672–1769), an early author on the subject of card gaming.