Yaku

//ˈjɑː.kuː// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A condition that scores points when met, usually in the form of a specific combination of tiles or cards. Japanese

    "There are certain combinations of hands called “Yaku,” which, if held by a player, either among his tricks or in his hand, entitle him to certain payments from the other players."

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"There are certain combinations of hands called “Yaku,” which, if held by a player, either among his tricks or in his hand, entitle him to certain payments from the other players."

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese 役 (yaku).

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