"god hand" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: god hands [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} god hand (plural god hands)
  1. (collectible card games) A hand which is especially suited to a player's needs; an optimal hand. Categories (topical): Collectible card games Synonyms: God hand
    Sense id: en-god_hand-en-noun-cvV7YDwJ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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