"deadwood"的定义和意义

What is "deadwood"?

Deadwood refers to cards in a player's hand that have little or no value in a particular round of play. In games like Gin Rummy, deadwood consists of unmelded cards, meaning they do not form a valid set. The goal is often to reduce deadwood as much as possible, as it can negatively impact the player's score. Deadwood can also refer to cards that, while part of the hand, are unlikely to help the player win or improve their position during the game. Reducing deadwood is a key strategy in many card games.