nap hand

English

Etymology

Perhaps from the card game nap or napoleon.

Noun

nap hand (plural nap hands)

  1. A sequence of five victories or points in a game or match.
    • 2014, The Sports Pink, October 25, 2014, Newsquest, page 23
      Eddie Brown was Saints’ hat-trick hero on this occasion, with Wally Ardron and Ted Bates completing the nap hand.
  2. A situation with a strong chance of success if a risk is taken.
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