Homonym: Shuffling (Mixing)
Shuffling is a technique used to rearrange a set of items, often in a random order. This method is commonly applied to playing cards, where the goal is to mix the cards thoroughly to ensure fairness in games. Shuffling can be done in various ways, including the riffle shuffle, overhand shuffle, and Hindu shuffle.
In addition to card games, shuffling is also relevant in computer science, particularly in algorithms that randomize data. For example, the Fisher-Yates shuffle is an efficient algorithm used to randomize arrays or lists, ensuring that each possible arrangement is equally likely.