ace definition

1. one of four playing cards in a deck having a single pip on its face
2. someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
3. a serve that the receiver is unable to reach
4. score an ace against
• examples: He aced his opponents
5. play (a hole) in one stroke
6. serve an ace against (someone)
7. of the highest quality
• examples: an ace reporter
• examples: a crack shot
• examples: a first-rate golfer
• examples: a super party
• examples: played top-notch tennis
• examples: an athlete in tiptop condition
• examples: she is absolutely tops