Definition of Trump

Noun: trump trÃºmp

A playing card in the suit that has been declared trumps
"the ace of trumps is a sure winner";
- trump card
(card games) the suit that has been declared to rank above all other suits for the duration of the hand
"clubs were declared trumps"; "a trump can take a trick even when a card of a different suit is led"
A brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves
- cornet, horn, trumpet

Verb: trump trÃºmp

Produce a sound as if from a trumpet
Get the better of
"the goal was to trump the competition";
- outdo, outflank, best, scoop, outgun
(card game) play a trump
- ruff
Proclaim or announce with or as if with a fanfare
- trump out