noun
- A situation in card games (especially bridge) in which a player is forced to make a disadvantageous move near the end of play.
Usage: card games; bridge terminology
verb
- To put an opponent in an endplay; to force an opponent into a disadvantageous position in the final stages of a card game.
Usage: card games; bridge terminology
Examples
- The declarer executed a perfect endplay to secure the contract.
- In bridge, an endplay occurs when the opponent must lead a suit that benefits the declaring side.
- She endplayed her opponent by carefully managing the remaining tricks.
- The endplay forced West to concede the final trick.
- Skilled bridge players often look for opportunities to endplay their opponents.