Ducks
Ducks is a nickname for a pair of twos.
The simple explanation
Ducks means two deuces. The name comes from the shape of the number 2, which resembles a swimming duck. Players use it for the pair in the hole or for a pair of twos on the board.
A closer look
Pocket twos are the lowest pair. They are played mostly for set value: the call is profitable if the price is low and the stacks are deep, because a set wins big pots. If the flop does not bring a two, the hand is often folded. It can also be played in late position when everyone folds.
A practical example
A player is dealt 2♥ 2♦ and says, 'Ducks.'
Full explanation
Ducks is a nickname for a pair of twos.
Ducks is slang for a pair of twos, also called deuces. The nickname refers to the shape of the digit 2.
The hand is a weak starting pair. It is mainly played for the chance to flop a set, which happens about one time in eight or nine.
With deep stacks and a cheap price, calling to set mine can be profitable. In other situations the hand is a fold.
Other pairs have their own nicknames, such as Cowboys and Bullets.