Knock
/nɑk/ • Verb
Definition: In Gin Rummy, to "knock" is to end the round voluntarily by discarding a final card and revealing your hand. This is only allowed if the total point value of your unmatched cards (deadwood) is 10 or less.
How it Works
When you knock, you compare your deadwood score against your opponent's. If your deadwood is lower, you win the difference in points. If the opponent's deadwood is equal or lower, they "undercut" you and win the difference plus a bonus.
- Gin: Knocking with 0 deadwood (a huge advantage).
- Restriction: You cannot knock if your deadwood exceeds 10 points.