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Namyats
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English
Etymology
Reversed spelling of en Stayman, the surname of Victor Mitchell (bridge) Victor Mitchell's bridge partner, Samuel Stayman.
Proper noun
en bridge A conventional agreement to open hands with a long major suit that are too strong for a direct preemptive opening with a 'two-under' transfer bid. When the long suit is in hearts, opener bids 4♣, and when it is in spades, opener bids 4♦.
Anagrams
en aamnsty Stayman
en eponyms