Comprehensive Gambling Terms & Casino Guide
Whether you’re a seasoned gambler or a novice looking to delve into the world of casinos, this guide will provide you with a comprehensive overview of key terms and phrases commonly used in the gambling industry. From popular casino games to sports betting terminology, we’ve got you covered. Let’s dive into the exciting world of gambling and enhance your understanding of the language used in casinos.
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ABC Poker: A poker strategy characterized by playing conservatively, focusing on strong hands, and avoiding risky plays.
Accumulator: A type of bet where winnings from the initial wager are reinvested on subsequent bets, with all selections needing to win for a payout.
Aces: In craps, a term used to refer to the outcome of rolling two ones on the dice.
Across the Board: A horse betting term indicating a bet placed on a horse to win, place, and show in a race.
Action (Casino term): The total amount of money wagered by a player during a gambling session.
Action (Sports betting term): The act of placing a bet on a sporting event.
Ada from Decatur: In craps, slang for rolling a ten on the dice.
Add-On: In poker, the option to purchase additional chips during a tournament.
Admission Packet: In bingo, a package that includes multiple bingo cards for a session.
Against the Spread (ATS): A sports betting term used to describe a bet on the point spread rather than the outright winner.
Aggregate Limit: The maximum amount a casino is willing to pay out on a specific bet or game.
Aggressive: A poker playing style characterized by frequent betting and raising to put pressure on opponents.
All or Nothing: In bingo, a game where players must cover all the numbers on their card to win.
All-In: A gambling term indicating that a player has wagered all their remaining chips or money on a single bet.
American Roulette: A version of roulette with a wheel containing 38 pockets, including a double zero (00).
Anchor: In blackjack, the last player to act before the dealer.
Annuity: A payment option in lotteries where the jackpot is distributed in installments over a set period.
Ante: A mandatory bet required to be placed by all players before the start of a hand in poker.
Ante Post: A sports betting term referring to bets placed before the final participants or conditions are confirmed.
Any Craps: A craps bet on the next roll resulting in a total of 2, 3, or 12.
Any Double: A craps bet on the next roll resulting in a pair.
Any Seven: A craps bet on the next roll resulting in a total of 7.
Any Triple: A craps bet on the next roll resulting in a triple (e.g., 1-1-1, 2-2-2).
Arbitrage: A gambling technique that takes advantage of discrepancies in odds offered by different bookmakers to ensure a profit.
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Baccarat: A card game where players bet on the outcome of two hands, the “Player” or the “Banker,” trying to predict which will have a higher total.
Back Door: In poker, completing a hand using both the turn and river cards to make a strong hand unexpectedly.
Back Hand: In poker, the second best hand a player has, typically behind their front or stronger hand.
Back Line: In craps, the area behind the pass line where players can place bets.
Backed: In sports betting, when a person or entity supports a particular team or player by placing bets on their success.
Bad Beat: A poker term used to describe a strong hand that loses to an even stronger hand due to unlikely circumstances.
Banco: In baccarat, a term referring to the banker’s hand.
Banco: In roulette, a bet on the banker winning.
Banker: A casino term used in various games to refer to the house or the dealer.
Bankroll: The total amount of money a gambler has set aside for gambling activities.
Barrel: In poker, a slang term for a round of betting.
bb: An abbreviation in casino jargon for “big blind,” which is a forced bet in poker.
Beard: A poker term for a person who places bets on behalf of someone else to conceal their identity.
Beginners’ Luck: The phenomenon where inexperienced gamblers may have early successes, often attributed to luck rather than skill.
Behind: In poker, being in a position to act after another player.
Bet: An act of wagering money on the outcome of an event or game.
Betting Limit: The maximum or minimum amount a player can bet on a particular game or event.
Betting Right: In craps, betting that the shooter will win.
Betting Table: The area on the craps table where players place their bets.
Betting Wrong: In craps, betting that the shooter will lose.
Big 6: In craps, a bet that the shooter will roll a 6 before a 7.
Big 8: In craps, a bet that the shooter will roll an 8 before a 7.
Big Bet (Sic Bo): A Sic Bo term referring to a wager on the total of the three dice being between 11 and 17.
Big Blind: In poker, a forced bet made by the player sitting to the left of the small blind.
Big Blind Special: In poker, winning a hand with a strong hand when starting in the position of the big blind.
Big Red: In craps, betting on any seven.
Bingo: A popular game of chance where players match numbers on a card to those randomly called out.
Bingo: In a casino, a section or area designated for playing bingo games.
Bingo Board: A display board showing the numbers called during a bingo game.
Bingo Book: A booklet containing multiple bingo cards used during a bingo session.
Bingo Card: A card containing a grid of numbers that players mark off as they are called during a bingo game.
Blackjack: A card game where players aim to have a hand with a total value of 21 or as close to it as possible without exceeding it.
Blackout: In bingo, a game where players must cover all the numbers on their card to win.
Blank: In poker, a card that has no relevance or value to a player’s hand.
Blind: In poker, a forced bet made by one or more players before the cards are dealt.
Blind Bet: A bet made without seeing the cards in poker.
Blocker: In poker, holding a card that reduces the probability of an opponent having a particular hand.
Bluff: A poker strategy where a player bets or raises with a weak hand to deceive opponents into folding stronger hands.
Bluff Catcher: In poker, a relatively weak hand that has the potential to win against a bluffing opponent.
Board: In poker, the community cards that are placed face-up on the table and can be used by all players to form their hands.
Boat: In poker, a full house, a hand consisting of three of a kind and a pair.
Bones: A casino term for dice.
Bonus: A casino term referring to additional rewards or benefits given to players, often based on specific criteria.
Bonus Ball: In lotteries, an extra number drawn that provides additional chances of winning.
Bonus Hunting/Bonus Whoring: A casino term for a strategy where players seek out and exploit bonus offers to maximize their profits.
Bonus Round: In slots, an additional game or feature that offers players the chance to win extra rewards.
Book: In gambling, to accept bets on a particular outcome or event.
Bookmaker/Bookie: A person or organization that accepts and pays out bets on various events.
Bottom Pair: In poker, a pair formed by matching one of a player’s hole cards with the lowest-ranking community card.
Boxcars: In craps, rolling a total of 12 on the two dice.
Break: In blackjack, when a player’s hand exceeds 21, resulting in a loss.
Brick: In poker, a card that does not improve a player’s hand or their chances of winning.
Bring In: In poker, a forced bet made by the player with the lowest-ranking upcard in certain variants of stud poker.
Broadway: In poker, a hand consisting of the highest-ranking cards, typically including Ace through 10.
Buffalo: In craps, rolling a total of 12 on the two dice.
Bug: In poker, a wild card that can be used to represent any other card value.
Bump: In poker, raising a previous bet.
Buried Pair: In poker, a pair made with both of a player’s hole cards that remain hidden until revealed.
Burn Card: In poker, the top card of the deck that is discarded before dealing the community cards.
Bust: In blackjack, when a player’s hand exceeds 21, resulting in a loss.
Button: In blackjack, a small marker used to indicate the dealer or the player in the dealer position.
Buy-In: In poker, the amount of money required to enter a game or tournament.
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Cage: In craps, the area on the table where the chips are stored.
Call: In poker, matching the current bet to stay in the hand.
Calling Station: A poker player who frequently calls bets but rarely raises.
Canadian Line: A sports betting term referring to a combination of a point spread and moneyline wager.
Cap: The maximum amount that can be wagered on a particular bet or in a specific game.
Capping a Bet: Illegally adding more chips to a bet after the outcome is determined, typically in blackjack.
Card Shark: A skilled and experienced poker player who is proficient in manipulating cards and reading opponents.
Caribbean Stud: A poker variant where players compete against the dealer, rather than each other.
Carte: In blackjack, a request for an additional card.
Cash Bonus: A bonus offered by a casino that is given in the form of cash.
Cashback: A casino program where players receive a percentage of their losses back as a rebate.
Casino: A facility that offers various forms of gambling and entertainment.
Casino Advantage: The statistical edge or advantage that the casino holds over players in a particular game.
Catch: In keno, matching one or more numbers that have been drawn.
Chalk: The favored team or player in a sports betting event.
Chalk Player: A sports bettor who primarily wagers on the favorites or “chalk” teams.
Chase: Continuously increasing bets to recover previous losses.
Chat Room: An online platform or area in a casino website where players can interact with each other.
Check: In poker, choosing not to bet and passing the action to the next player.
Check in the Dark: In poker, checking without seeing the next community cards.
Check Raise: In poker, initially checking and then raising after another player bets.
Checked Around: In poker, when all players at the table choose to check instead of betting.
Chemin De Fer: A version of baccarat where players compete against each other instead of the house.
Chinese Poker: A poker variant where players receive a set number of cards and must arrange them into three separate hands.
Chip and a Chair: A poker term implying that as long as a player has at least one chip, they still have a chance to win.
Chips: Tokens or discs used to represent money in a casino.
Chop: In poker, when the pot is divided equally between two or more players due to a tie.
Chop the Blinds: In poker, when the small and big blinds return their bets to the players if there are no raises.
Choppy Game: A poker game with frequent small pots and no dominant player.
Chuck-a-Luck: A dice game where players wager on the outcome of three dice.
Circled Game: A sports betting term referring to a game with restrictions on the types of bets allowed.
Clear: In poker, winning a hand and taking the pot.
Closed: In keno, no more bets are accepted for the current game.
Closing Line: The final point spread or odds offered by a sportsbook before an event starts.
Cold: In slots, a machine that hasn’t paid out recently.
Cold Call: In poker, calling a bet without previously having bet or raised in the same round.
Cold Table: A gambling term used to describe a table or game where the players are experiencing a losing streak.
Color Up: Exchanging smaller denomination chips for larger ones.
Column Bet: In roulette, betting on one of the three vertical columns of numbers.
Combination Bet: A horse betting term for a wager that covers multiple combinations of outcomes.
Combination Bet: In Sic Bo, a bet that covers multiple combinations of dice values.
Combination Ticket: In keno, a ticket that allows players to combine multiple bets on a single ticket.
Combo Draw: In poker, having the opportunity to make multiple winning hands with the remaining community cards.
Come Bet: In craps, a bet placed after the come-out roll that wins if the next roll is a 7 or 11.
Come-Out: In craps, the first roll of the dice in a betting round.
Commission: In baccarat, the percentage of winnings that the casino takes as a fee.
Commission: In a casino, a fee charged for providing certain services or amenities.
Community Cards: In poker, the shared cards dealt face-up on the table that all players can use to make their hands.
Comp Points: Points earned by players at a casino based on their level of play, which can be redeemed for various rewards.
Complete: In poker, filling a draw or making a hand that can’t be beaten.
Connectors: In poker, consecutive cards of the same suit.
Continuation Bet: In poker, a bet made on the flop by the pre-flop aggressor to maintain control of the pot.
Coordinated: In poker, referring to community cards that are likely to improve multiple players’ hands.
Copy: In poker, when two or more players have the same hand, resulting in a tie.
Corner Bet: In roulette, betting on a group of four numbers by placing a chip on the intersection of their corners.
Counterfeit: In poker, when a community card appears that duplicates a player’s hole card, reducing its value.
Coup: In poker, a round of play, usually referring to a round of baccarat.
Crack: In poker, to beat a strong hand.
Craps: A dice game where players wager on the outcome of the roll or series of rolls.
Credit: The ability to wager without using physical cash, often provided by a casino.
Credit Button: A button on a slot machine that allows players to play using credits instead of coins.
Croupier: The person responsible for operating the roulette table and handling the bets and payouts.
Cut: In blackjack, dividing the deck of cards into two parts after shuffling.
Cut Off: In poker, the player sitting to the right of the dealer button, who acts last in the betting rounds.
Cycle: In video poker, completing a full cycle of all possible hands that can be dealt.
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d’Alembert: A roulette betting system where players increase their bets after a loss and decrease them after a win.
Dead Heat: In horse betting, a tie between two or more horses in a race, resulting in a divided payout.
Deal: In poker, the distribution of cards to players by the dealer.
Dealer: The person responsible for managing the game, dealing cards, and facilitating payouts in a casino.
Deposit: The act of adding funds to a casino account for the purpose of gambling.
Deposit Bonus: A bonus offered by a casino as an incentive for players to make a deposit.
Deuce: In poker, a card with a rank of two.
Dime: A sports betting term referring to a $1,000 wager.
Dime Line: A sports betting line with a 10-cent difference between the favorite and underdog.
Dog: Short for “underdog,” the team or player that is expected to lose in a sports event.
Dog Player: A sports bettor who primarily wagers on underdogs.
Dollar: A sports betting term referring to a $100 wager.
Dolly: A marker placed on the roulette table to indicate the winning number or color.
Dominate: In poker, when a player’s hand is significantly stronger than another player’s hand.
Don’t Come: In craps, a bet placed after the point is established that wins if a 7 is rolled before the point.
Don’t Pass Line: In craps, a bet placed before the come-out roll that wins if a 7 or 11 is not rolled.
Door Card: In poker, the first face-up card dealt to each player in a stud game.
Double: In craps, a bet on the same number appearing on both dice.
Double Down: In blackjack, the option to double the initial bet after receiving the first two cards.
Double for Less: In blackjack, the option to double the initial bet for an amount less than the original wager.
Double or Nothing: In blackjack, the option to wager the entire winnings or nothing in an attempt to double them.
Down Card: In blackjack, a face-down card that is not revealed until later in the game.
Down to the Felt: A gambling term describing a player who has lost all their chips or money.
Dozen Bet: In roulette, a bet on one of the three sets of 12 numbers on the table.
Dragon Hand: In poker, a hand dealt to a player who is acting as a representative for other players at the table.
Draw: In blackjack, requesting an additional card to improve the hand.
Draw: In keno and lottery, the process of selecting random numbers or winning combinations.
Draw: In poker, replacing cards in a player’s hand with new ones from the deck.
Draw Poker: A poker variant where players can discard and replace cards from their hand.
Drawing Dead: In poker, attempting to make a winning hand even though there are no cards left to improve it.
Drawing Thin: In poker, attempting to make a winning hand with very few outs or low chances of success.
Drop: In blackjack, losing a hand and surrendering the bet to the house.
Drop Percentage: The portion of player bets that a casino retains as profit.
Dry: In poker, a flop or board that doesn’t have significant potential for strong hands.
Duo: In craps and sic bo, a bet on two specific numbers appearing on the dice.
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Easy: In craps, rolling a total of 4, 6, 8, or 10 with each die showing a different number.
Easy Way: In craps, rolling a total of 4, 6, 8, or 10 with each die showing the same number.
eCOGRA: An independent testing agency that certifies the fairness and safety of online casinos and their games.
Edge: The statistical advantage that the casino or player has in a particular game or bet.
Eighty-Sixed (86’d): Being banned or excluded from a casino or establishment.
En Prison: In roulette, a rule where an even-money bet remains on the table for the next spin if the ball lands on zero.
Encryption: The process of encoding sensitive information to protect it from unauthorized access, commonly used in online casinos.
Equity: In poker, the share of the pot that a player is expected to win based on their chances of winning the hand.
European Roulette: A roulette variant with a wheel containing 37 pockets, numbered from 0 to 36.
Even: In craps, a bet on the next roll totaling an even number.
Even-Money Bet: A bet that pays out an equal amount to the original wager, such as a bet on red or black in roulette.
Exotic: In horse betting, a non-traditional or complex bet that involves multiple selections or specific conditions.
Expectation: The average amount that a player can expect to win or lose over time in a particular game or bet.
Exposure: In sports betting, the amount of money that bookmakers stand to lose on a particular outcome.
Eye-in-the-Sky: The surveillance system used in casinos to monitor the gaming floor for security and cheating.
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Face: In bingo, a pre-printed card containing numbers arranged in a grid.
Face Card: In poker, a card with a face (king, queen, or jack) as opposed to a numeric card.
Favorite: The team, player, or outcome with the highest probability of winning, according to sports betting odds.
Ficheur: A device used in roulette to place special chips called “fiches” on the layout.
Fifth Street: In poker, the fifth card dealt to each player in a stud game or the fifth community card in Texas Hold’em.
Fifty Cents: A gambling term referring to a wager or bet of 50 cents.
Figure: A general gambling term referring to a monetary value, often used in relation to bet amounts.
Fill Up: In poker, improving a hand to a full house, typically by receiving two matching cards of one rank and three matching cards of another rank.
Final: In roulette, a group of bets placed on numbers ending in the same digit.
Final Four: In sports betting, the last four teams remaining in a tournament, typically referring to college basketball.
Final Schnaps: In roulette, a bet on the numbers 7, 17, 27, and 37.
Fire: In craps, rolling several points in a row without rolling a 7.
First Base: In blackjack, the seat at the table where the first card is dealt to.
First Half Bet: A sports betting wager placed on the outcome of the first half of a game or match.
Fish: In poker, a player who is inexperienced or easily exploited.
Five Card Charlie: In blackjack, a hand consisting of five cards that doesn’t bust, automatically winning against other hands except for a blackjack.
Five Card Stud: A poker variant where each player is dealt five cards, with betting rounds in between.
Fixed Odds: A gambling term referring to odds that are predetermined and fixed, rather than changing based on betting activity.
Flash: In casinos, a term for a large sum of money being won or lost quickly.
Flashboard: In keno, a display board showing the drawn numbers.
Flat Betting: A gambling strategy where the same amount is consistently wagered on each bet.
Flat Call: In poker, calling a bet without raising.
Flat Top: In slots, a type of machine that offers a fixed jackpot amount.
Flop: In poker, the first three community cards dealt face-up on the table in Texas Hold’em or Omaha.
Flush: In poker, a hand consisting of five cards of the same suit.
Fold: In poker, choosing to discard one’s hand and not participate in the current round of betting.
Forecast: In sports betting, a wager on the predicted order of finish for multiple competitors in an event.
Foul: In poker, an invalid or disqualified hand due to a rule violation.
Fouling a Hand: In poker, misplaying a hand or violating the rules, resulting in a loss.
Four Corners: In bingo, a winning pattern that covers the four corner spaces on a bingo card.
Fourth Street: In poker, the fourth card dealt to each player in a stud game or the fourth community card in Texas Hold’em.
Free Card: In poker, a card that a player receives without having to call a bet, typically due to the preceding players checking.
Free Space: In bingo, a pre-marked space in the center of the bingo card that is considered filled from the start.
Free Spin: In slots, a bonus feature that allows players to spin the reels without using their own credits.
Freeroll: In poker, a tournament that doesn’t require an entry fee, offering players the chance to win real money prizes.
Freeze-Out: In poker, a tournament format where players are eliminated until only one player remains.
Front Hand: In poker, the two-card hand in Chinese poker that is placed in front of the player.
Front Line: In craps, a bet on the pass line or don’t pass line.
FTW: Casino jargon meaning “For the Win,” expressing a desire for victory or success.
Full House: In poker, a hand consisting of three cards of one rank and two cards of another rank.
Full Ring: In poker, a game or table with the maximum number of players, typically nine or ten.
Futures: In sports betting, wagers placed on the outcome of events or championships that will take place in the future.
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Garbage Hand: In poker, a hand that has very little value or potential for improvement.
Getting Down: Engaging in gambling activities or placing bets.
gg: Casino jargon short for “good game,” often used as a friendly expression after completing a game or competition.
gla: Casino jargon short for “good luck all,” expressing well-wishes to all participants.
Goose: In keno, a slang term for the number zero.
Grand Salami: In sports betting, a wager on the total combined score of all games played in a specific sport on a given day.
Grid: In sports betting, a betting board or display showing the various games or matchups available for wagering.
Grind: In poker, playing a conservative and disciplined style with the goal of steadily accumulating chips or profits over time.
Gutshot: In poker, a drawing hand that requires one specific card to complete a straight, such as holding 6-7-9-10 and needing an 8.
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Half Time Bet: A sports betting term referring to a wager placed on the outcome or events that occur during the halftime break of a game.
Half-a-Dollar: A gambling term referring to a fifty-cent wager.
Hand: A general gambling term used to describe the cards held or dealt to a player in card games.
Hand Behind: In poker, a strategy where a player intentionally conceals or hides their true intentions or strength of their hand.
Hand in Front: In poker, a strategy where a player openly displays or reveals their hand to opponents.
Handicap: In sports betting, assigning an advantage or disadvantage to a team or player to equalize the chances of winning.
Handicapper: A person who studies and analyzes sports events to predict and advise on the outcomes for betting purposes.
Handicapping: The process of analyzing sports events and assigning odds or predictions based on factors such as form, statistics, and other relevant information.
Handle: In sports betting, the total amount of money wagered on a particular event or in a specific betting market.
Hard: In craps, a term used to describe a specific type of bet that is difficult to achieve.
Hard Hand: In poker, a hand that does not contain an Ace or a hand where the Ace is counted as one, limiting the options for improving the hand.
Hard Way: In craps, a type of bet on specific dice combinations that require both dice to display the same number.
Hardway: In bingo, a specific pattern that must be completed on the bingo card.
he: Casino jargon meaning “high equity,” referring to a player who possesses a significant amount of chips or money in the game.
Heads Up: In blackjack, playing against the dealer one-on-one, without other players at the table.
Hedging: A sports betting term referring to placing additional bets to reduce or offset potential losses or secure a guaranteed profit.
Hi: In poker, a shorthand term for a high hand or a hand with good potential value.
High Bet: In roulette, a bet placed on the higher number range (19-36).
High Card: In poker, a hand where the highest-ranking card determines the strength of the hand when no other combinations are present.
High Hand: In poker, the best possible hand according to the hand rankings.
High Poker: A variant of poker where the highest-ranking hand wins.
High Roller: A casino term for a player who wagers large amounts of money.
Hijack: In poker, the position to the right of the cutoff and two positions to the right of the dealer, often considered a favorable position for aggression.
Hi-Lo: In craps, a type of bet on the combination of the dice totaling either a high or low number.
Hit: In blackjack, to request an additional card from the dealer.
Hit: In slots, the action of pressing the button or pulling the lever to spin the reels and generate a result.
Hole Cards: In blackjack, the two initial cards dealt face-down to each player.
Home Field Advantage: In sports betting, the advantage that the home team is believed to have due to familiarity with the playing conditions and crowd support.
Hook: In sports betting, a half-point added to or subtracted from the point spread to create a more precise betting line.
Hop Bet: In craps, a type of bet on a specific combination of the dice on the next roll.
Horn Bet: In craps, a bet on the numbers 2, 3, 11, and 12 in one unit increments.
Hot: A casino term describing a player or machine that is experiencing a winning streak.
Hot: In slots, a term indicating that a particular machine has recently paid out a significant amount.
Hot Game: In sports betting, a game or event that attracts a significant amount of betting action.
Hot Table: A casino term referring to a table game where players are winning consistently.
House: A casino or gambling establishment.
House Edge: The statistical advantage that the casino or gambling establishment has over players in a particular game, represented as a percentage.
House Way: In poker, a predetermined set of rules or strategy used by the casino or dealer to set their hand in certain games.
hu: Blackjack jargon referring to “heads up,” playing one-on-one against the dealer.
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Idiot End: In poker, the lower end of a straight that is vulnerable to being beaten by a higher straight.
Implied Odds: A concept in poker that takes into account potential future bets or winnings when calculating the value of a current bet.
In and Out Teaser: A sports betting term referring to a teaser bet that allows the bettor to adjust the point spread of multiple games, both adding and subtracting points.
Inside Bet: A bet placed on the numbers within the interior section of a roulette table layout.
Inside Straight Draw: In poker, a hand that requires a specific card in the middle of a sequence to complete a straight.
Instant Win: In lotteries or scratch-off games, a prize that is immediately awarded upon revealing the ticket, without the need for further draws or gameplay.
Insurance: In blackjack, a side bet offered when the dealer’s upcard is an Ace, allowing players to protect themselves against the possibility of the dealer having a natural blackjack.
Isolate: In poker, the act of raising or re-raising to force other players to fold, reducing the number of opponents in the hand and increasing the chances of winning.
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Jackpot: A large cash prize or accumulated winnings in a gambling game, often associated with slot machines or progressive jackpots.
Jacks or Better: A popular variant of video poker where players need a hand containing at least a pair of Jacks or a higher-ranked hand to win.
Joker: In some poker variations, a wild card that can be used to represent any card value or suit, adding an element of unpredictability to the game.
Juice: The commission or fee charged by a sportsbook for accepting a bet. Also known as vigorish or vig, it ensures the sportsbook makes a profit regardless of the outcome.
Junket: An organized trip or excursion arranged by a casino for high-rollers or VIP players, often including transportation, accommodations, and exclusive casino privileges.
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Keno: A lottery-style game where players select numbers from a predetermined range and wait for the winning numbers to be drawn. Payouts are based on the number of matches.
Kicker: In poker, a card that does not directly contribute to the ranking of a hand but can break ties between players who have the same hand rank.
King Ticket: In Keno, a ticket that includes one number marked as the “king.” If the king number matches one of the drawn numbers, it multiplies the payout for any winning combination on the ticket.
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La Grande: In poker, a term used to describe a hand ranking that is one rank higher than a “royal flush,” consisting of an Ace, King, Queen, Jack, and Ten of the same suit.
La Petite: In poker, a term used to describe a hand ranking that is one rank lower than a “straight flush,” consisting of the lowest possible straight flush.
Lady: A slang term for a Queen card in poker.
Lay Bet: In craps, a bet placed against a particular number (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10) that it will not appear before a 7 is rolled.
Lay Down: In poker, to fold or discard your hand.
Lay Odds: In sports betting, to place a bet on the likelihood of a particular outcome occurring.
Laying the Points: In sports betting, placing a bet on the favorite and giving up points.
Laying the Price: In sports betting, placing a bet on the favorite and accepting unfavorable odds.
Layoff: In sports betting, when a bookmaker places bets with another bookmaker to reduce their potential losses.
Let it Ride: In poker, a variation of five-card stud where players have the option to withdraw part of their bet as the hand progresses.
Limit: A predetermined maximum or minimum bet amount set for a particular game.
Limit: In sports betting, a point spread or total score set by bookmakers.
Limp: In poker, to call the minimum bet rather than raising.
Linemaker: A person who sets the initial lines and odds for sports events.
Lines: In sports betting, the different betting options available for a particular game or event.
Little Joe: In craps, a roll of the dice resulting in a total of four.
Live Dealer Games: Casino games that are played online but feature a real human dealer interacting with players via a live video stream.
Lo: In poker, a term used to describe the low hand in split-pot games.
Lock: A term used to describe a sure bet or a highly likely winner.
Long Odds: In sports betting, odds that indicate a low probability of winning.
Longshot: A betting option or contestant with very low odds of winning but offers high potential payouts.
Loose: In poker, a player who plays a wide range of hands and is willing to take risks.
Low Bet: In roulette, a bet placed on the numbers 1-18.
Low Hand: In poker, the hand with the lowest value in a particular game or round.
Low Poker: A poker variant where the lowest hand wins.
Low Triple: In craps, a roll of the dice resulting in a total of three.
Lump Sum: In lottery winnings, the option to receive the entire amount in a single payment rather than in installments.
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Maniac: A player in poker who plays very aggressively, often making large bets and raising frequently.
Margin: In sports betting, the number of points or goals by which a team is expected to win or lose.
Mark: In keno, a player’s selected numbers on a keno ticket.
Martingale: A betting system in roulette where the player doubles their bet after a loss in an attempt to recover previous losses.
Matchplay: In sports betting, a type of wager where the bettor predicts the outcome of a match or game.
Middle: In sports betting, placing bets on both sides of a game or event to secure a win regardless of the outcome.
Middle Hand: In poker, the player who acts just before the dealer on a particular hand.
Middle Pair: In poker, a pair formed by using one of the middle-ranking cards from the community cards.
Miss: In poker, when a player fails to make a hand or does not achieve the desired outcome.
Money Line: In sports betting, a type of wager where the bettor predicts the outright winner of a game or event.
Monkey: A slang term for a face card (Jack, Queen, or King) in poker.
Monster: In poker, a very strong hand that is highly likely to win.
Move the Line: In sports betting, the act of changing the point spread or odds for a game.
Muck: In poker, to discard or fold a hand without showing the cards.
Multiplier: In poker, a bonus feature that increases the winnings by a certain factor.
Multi-Race Ticket: In keno, a ticket that allows a player to bet on multiple keno games or draws.
Multi-Table Tournament (MTT): In poker, a tournament where players compete at multiple tables simultaneously until a final table is reached.
Multi-Tabling: In poker, the practice of playing at multiple tables simultaneously online.
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n1 (Casino jargon): A shorthand expression used to indicate “nice one” or a compliment for a good play or win.
Natural (Blackjack term): In blackjack, a natural refers to a two-card hand totaling 21 (an Ace and a 10-value card).
Natural (Craps term): In craps, a natural occurs when the shooter rolls a 7 or an 11 on the come-out roll.
Natural (Poker term): In poker, a natural hand is a hand that is completed without any drawing or further cards.
nh (Casino jargon): Abbreviation for “nice hand” used to congratulate a player on a good hand or win.
Nickel (Gambling term): A slang term for a $5 chip or a $5 bet.
Nickel Line (Sports betting term): A type of sports betting line where the point spread is set at 5 points.
Nina from Pasadena (Craps term): A nickname for the number 9 in the game of craps.
nl (Casino jargon): Abbreviation for “nice luck” used to express good luck to a player.
No Action (Sports betting term): A situation in sports betting where a wager is canceled or deemed invalid, often due to a specific circumstance or event not occurring.
No Limit (Gambling term): A betting structure in which there is no maximum limit on the amount that can be wagered.
No-Deposit Bonus (Casino term): A type of bonus offered by casinos where players receive a bonus without having to make a deposit.
Nosebleed (Gambling term): A term used to describe high-stakes gambling, particularly at poker tables with extremely high buy-ins.
np (Casino jargon): Abbreviation for “nice play” used to compliment a player’s skillful move or strategy.
Nut Low (Poker term): In certain poker variants, such as Omaha Hi/Lo, the nut low is the best possible low hand.
Nut Nut (Poker term): In poker, having the best possible hand both for the high hand and the low hand in split pot games.
Nuts (Poker term): The best possible hand at a given moment in a poker game. It refers to a hand that cannot be beaten at that particular time.
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Odds (Gambling term): The probability or likelihood of a particular event occurring, often expressed as a ratio or a fraction.
Off the Board (Sports betting term): When a betting line or wager is no longer available for betting due to certain circumstances, such as injury to a key player or other unforeseen factors.
Off-Suit (Poker term): In poker, when a player’s two hole cards are of different suits.
Omaha (Poker term): A variant of poker where players are dealt four hole cards and must use exactly two of them in combination with three community cards to make their hand.
On (Bingo term): When a number called during a bingo game matches a number on a player’s bingo card.
On Tilt (Poker term): When a player becomes emotionally frustrated or agitated, often resulting in them making poor decisions and playing recklessly.
One-Roll Bet (Craps term): A bet in craps that is determined by the outcome of a single roll of the dice.
Online Casino (Casino term): A virtual casino accessible over the internet where players can play various casino games remotely.
Open (Keno term): Refers to the opening of the keno game, where the winning numbers are drawn.
Open (Poker term): When a player is the first to act in a betting round, they are said to be “open.”
Open-Ended Straight Draw (Poker term): A drawing hand in poker where two consecutive cards are needed to complete a straight, with cards of two different ranks that can complete the straight.
Out (Poker term): A card that a player needs to improve their hand and win the pot.
Outdraw (Poker term): To draw a better hand than an opponent, usually by catching a necessary card on a subsequent deal.
Outlaw Line (Sports betting term): An early, unofficial line or odds for a sports event, often set by independent bookmakers.
Outside Bet (Roulette term): A bet placed on the perimeter or outside area of the roulette betting layout, such as betting on red or black, odd or even.
Over Card (Poker term): In poker, a card that has a higher rank than any card on the board.
Over Pair (Poker term): In poker, a pair in the player’s hand that is higher than any card on the board.
Over/Under (Sports betting term): A type of sports bet where the bookmaker sets a total number for a specific statistic in a game, and bettors wager on whether the actual number will be over or under that set total.
Overbet (Poker term): To make a bet that is larger than the current size of the pot.
Overdrawn (Bingo term): When a player has marked more numbers on their bingo card than required for a win.
Overdue (Bingo term): When a particular number has not been called in a bingo game for an extended period of time, it is considered overdue.
Overlay (Poker term): A situation in a poker tournament where the guaranteed prize pool exceeds the total buy-ins, creating extra value for the participants.
Overlay (Sports betting term): A situation in sports betting where the odds or point spread favor the bettor, providing them with an advantageous position.
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Paint (Poker term): Refers to any face card (King, Queen, or Jack) in a deck of playing cards.
Pair (Poker term): Two cards of the same rank in a player’s hand.
Parlay (Gambling term): A bet where the winnings from one bet are subsequently wagered on another bet. The original stake, as well as the winnings, are risked on each subsequent bet.
Pass (Poker term): To decline the opportunity to bet or play in a particular round.
Pass Line (Craps term): The main betting area in the game of craps where players place bets on the shooter’s success in making the point.
Passive (Poker term): A playing style characterized by cautious and non-aggressive betting or calling rather than initiating bets or raises.
Pat (Blackjack term): A hand in blackjack that has a total value of at least 17 points without drawing any additional cards.
Pat (Poker term): A hand in poker that is already complete and does not require any further cards.
Pay Table (Poker term): A chart or table that displays the payouts for winning hands in a particular video poker game.
Payline (Slots term): The line or lines on a slot machine where winning combinations of symbols can occur.
Payoff (Gambling term): The amount of money won or paid out on a bet or wager.
Payout Percentage (Gambling term): The percentage of the total bets placed on a game that is returned to players as winnings over time.
Picks (Sports betting term): Selections made by sports bettors for particular games or events.
Pineapple (Poker term): A variation of poker where players are dealt three hole cards and must discard one of them before the betting round.
Place (Poker term): To finish in one of the top positions in a poker tournament, resulting in a cash prize.
Place Bet (Craps term): A bet placed on a specific number (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10) in the game of craps, where the player is betting that the number will be rolled before a 7.
Playthrough Requirement (Casino term): The number of times a player must wager the bonus amount or deposit plus bonus amount before being eligible to withdraw winnings in an online casino.
Pocket Cards (Poker term): The initial two private cards dealt face-down to each player in a game of poker.
Pocket Pair (Poker term): A pair of cards of the same rank that a player holds in their initial hand in poker.
Point (Craps term): The number established by the come-out roll in craps (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10), which must be rolled again before a 7 for the pass line bets to win.
Point Spread (Sports betting term): The predicted margin of victory or defeat by which a favored team is expected to win or a handicap given to the underdog team in a sports event.
Poker (Poker term): A popular card game where players bet on the value of their hand, aiming to have the highest-ranking hand or convince others to fold.
Pokies (Slots term): A term primarily used in Australia and New Zealand to refer to slot machines.
Position (Gambling term): The order in which players are seated at a table, which affects the order of betting and the strategic advantage in poker.
Post (Poker term): To put in the required blind or ante to participate in a hand.
Postage Stamp (Bingo term): A bingo pattern consisting of a small square of numbers on the bingo card.
Pot (Poker term): The total amount of money or chips wagered and collected in a hand or during a game.
Pot Limit (Gambling term): A betting structure where the maximum bet a player can make is equal to the current size of the pot.
Pot Odds (Poker term): The ratio of the current size of the pot compared to the cost of a contemplated call in poker, used to determine the profitability of making a call.
Powerball (Lottery term): A popular lottery game where players select numbers and hope to match them with the numbers drawn to win a jackpot.
Press (Gambling term): To increase the size of a bet.
Press a Bet (Gambling term): To increase the wager on a particular bet, typically after a win.
Price (Sports betting term): The odds or point spread associated with a particular bet in sports betting.
Progressive Jackpot (Slots term): A continuously growing jackpot that increases as players make bets on a linked network of slot machines.
Progressive Slot (Slots term): A slot machine that is linked to other machines, with a portion of each bet contributing to a shared progressive jackpot.
Prop (Proposition) Bet (Sports betting term): A specific bet on a particular outcome or occurrence within a game, separate from the overall result.
Puckline (Sports betting term): In hockey betting, a point spread of 1.5 goals, with the favored team needing to win by at least 2 goals to cover the spread.
Pull Tab (Lottery term): A type of instant-win lottery ticket where players open perforated tabs to reveal potential prizes.
Punto (Baccarat term): The player’s hand in the game of baccarat.
Punto Banco (Casino term): A variation of baccarat where players can bet on either the player’s hand (punto) or the banker’s hand (banco).
Puppy (Sports betting term): The underdog in a sports event or matchup.
Push (Blackjack term): A tie between the player and the dealer in blackjack, resulting in the original bet being returned to the player without any additional winnings or losses.
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Quads (Poker term): A hand in poker consisting of four cards of the same rank. Also known as four of a kind.
Quarter Bet (Roulette term): A bet placed on a specific group of four numbers on the roulette table, typically covering one-fourth of the numbers.
Quick Pick: A feature in lottery games where random numbers are generated by the computer or machine on behalf of the player, instead of manually selecting the numbers.
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Rabbit Hunt (Poker term): To deal the remaining community cards after a hand has ended to see what cards would have come if the hand continued.
Rag (Poker term): A low-ranking or insignificant card that does not contribute significantly to a hand’s strength.
Rail (Casino term): The edge of a casino table where spectators or non-participating players can stand and observe the game.
Rainbow (Poker term): A flop in poker where the three community cards are of different suits, preventing the possibility of a flush.
Raise (Poker term): To increase the previous bet or raise made by another player during a betting round.
Rake (Poker term): The commission or fee taken by the casino or poker room from the pot as compensation for hosting the game.
Random Number Generator (Slots term): A computer program or algorithm used in slot machines to generate random outcomes for each spin.
Rank (Poker term): The numerical or face value of a card, determining its strength in comparison to other cards.
Re-Bet (Gambling term): Placing the same bet again after a previous bet.
Re-Buy (Poker term): The option to purchase additional chips in a poker tournament after losing all or a significant portion of the starting stack.
Redraw (Poker term): To discard and replace certain cards in an attempt to improve one’s hand.
Reels (Slots term): The rotating cylinders on a slot machine that display the game’s symbols or icons.
Reload Bonus (Casino term): A bonus offered by a casino when a player adds more funds to their account or makes a subsequent deposit.
Represent (Poker term): To make bets or play in a manner that suggests a certain hand strength or range of hands.
Return (Gambling term): The overall payout or percentage of wagers that a player can expect to receive back from a game over time.
Reverse Tells (Poker term): Actions or behaviors displayed by a player that intentionally mislead or deceive opponents.
Right Bettor (Craps term): A player who bets on the shooter (dice thrower) to win.
Ring Game (Poker term): A standard cash game where players can enter and leave the game freely with real money.
River (Poker term): The fifth and final community card dealt face-up in Texas Hold’em and Omaha poker.
RNG (Slots term): An abbreviation for Random Number Generator, which determines the random outcomes of slot machine spins.
Roll (Casino term): To throw the dice in a game like craps.
Rolled Up (Poker term): In stud poker, having three cards of the same rank as the first three face-up cards.
Roulette Wheel (Roulette term): The spinning wheel in roulette that contains numbered pockets where the ball can land.
Rounder (Poker term): A skilled and experienced poker player who travels from place to place playing in various games.
Royal Flush (Poker term): The highest-ranking hand in poker, consisting of the Ace, King, Queen, Jack, and Ten of the same suit.
Royalties (Poker term): In certain variants of poker, additional bonus payouts awarded for specific hands or accomplishments.
Run down (Sports betting term): A list or schedule of upcoming sporting events and their associated odds.
Runline (Sports betting term): A type of baseball bet where a point spread is used to even out the odds between the favorite and the underdog.
Runner (Sports betting term): A person who places bets on behalf of someone else at a sportsbook or casino.
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Scalper (Sports betting term): A person who places bets on both sides of a game in order to profit from the difference in odds.
Scare Card (Poker term): A community card that is likely to improve the hands of one or more players, potentially causing concern or caution.
Scared Money (Gambling term): Money that a player is reluctant or hesitant to risk in gambling due to fear of losing.
Scatter Symbol (Slots term): A specific symbol in a slot machine game that can appear anywhere on the reels and does not need to be on an active payline to create a winning combination or trigger bonus features.
Scoop (Poker term): To win both the high and low pots in a split-pot poker game.
Scouts (Sports betting term): Individuals or professionals who analyze sports teams and events to gather information and insights that can be used for betting purposes.
Scratch Card (Lottery term): A small card with concealed areas that can be scratched off to reveal symbols or numbers, typically used in lottery games.
Second Pair (Poker term): In poker, having the second highest pair of cards among the community cards or in a player’s hand.
See (Poker term): To match the current bet made by another player, indicating a willingness to continue in the hand without raising.
Semi-Bluff (Poker term): To make a bet or raise with a hand that is not currently the best hand but has the potential to improve in subsequent rounds.
Set (Poker term): Three of a kind, specifically when a player holds a pocket pair and the third matching card appears among the community cards.
Seven Card Stud (Poker term): A popular poker variant where each player is dealt seven cards, with the best five-card hand winning the pot.
Seven Out (Craps term): In craps, rolling a seven before repeating a designated point number, resulting in the loss of the shooter’s turn.
Seventh Street (Poker term): The final round of betting in Seven Card Stud, where players receive their seventh and last card face-down.
sh (Casino jargon): An abbreviation for “shoe,” referring to the device used to hold and dispense cards in card games.
Shark (Poker term): A highly skilled and experienced poker player who is known for their strategic and aggressive playing style.
Shill (Casino term): A person hired by a casino to play at a table or slot machine in order to attract other players or create a more lively atmosphere.
Shooter (Craps term): The player who throws the dice in a game of craps.
Short Stack (Poker term): Having a small amount of chips or money relative to the other players at the table.
Short-Handed (Poker term): A poker game with fewer players than the maximum allowed, typically played with six players or fewer.
Showdown (Poker term): The final stage of a poker hand where all remaining players reveal their cards and the winner is determined.
Shut Out (Sports betting term): To be denied the opportunity to place a bet due to the closing of a sportsbook or the expiration of a betting window.
Sic Bo (Sic Bo term): A casino dice game originating from Asia, where players bet on the outcome of three dice being rolled.
Side Pot (Poker term): A separate pot that is created when one or more players are all-in, allowing those players to compete for that specific pot while the remaining players compete for the main pot.
Sides (Sports betting term): The different options or choices available for betting on a specific event, such as betting on the winning team or the total points scored.
Simple Bet (Craps term): Placing a bet on a single outcome or roll of the dice in a game of craps.
Single (Sports betting term): Betting on a single event or game, typically involving a specific outcome or result.
Single-Table Tournament (STT) (Poker term): A poker tournament that is played at a single table, typically with a small number of participants.
Sixth Street (Poker term): The fourth round of betting in Seven Card Stud, where players receive their sixth card face-up.
Slot Machine (Casino term): A casino gambling machine that features reels or digital displays with various symbols and produces random outcomes when activated.
Slow Play (Poker term): A strategy where a player intentionally plays their strong hand in a passive manner to deceive opponents and induce them to bet more.
Small Bet (Craps term): A bet placed on the shooter winning, typically made by betting on the Pass Line or Don’t Pass Line in craps.
Small Blind (Poker term): The forced bet made by the player sitting to the left of the dealer button before any cards are dealt in a hand of poker.
Smooth Call (Poker term): To call a bet or raise without raising again, with the intention of disguising the strength of one’s hand.
Snake Eyes (Craps term): Rolling a two (a one on each die) in the game of craps.
Soft Hand (Blackjack term): A hand in blackjack that contains an Ace valued as 11, allowing for flexibility in the total value of the hand.
Special (Poker term): A specific poker game variant or format that deviates from the standard rules and structure.
Speed Bingo (Bingo term): A fast-paced version of bingo where numbers are called at a rapid rate, requiring quick marking and concentration.
Split Hand (Blackjack term): In blackjack, when the initial two cards dealt to a player have the same value, allowing the player to split them into two separate hands.
Split Pair (Poker term): In a community card poker game, when a player’s hole cards form a pair with one card matching a community card, creating a split pair.
Split Pot (Poker term): When two or more players have equally strong hands, resulting in the pot being divided equally among them.
Split Ticket (Keno term): A keno ticket that contains multiple groups of numbers, allowing players to play several combinations on a single ticket.
Sports Lottery (Lottery term): A form of lottery or betting game where participants place bets on the outcomes of sports events.
Sportsbook (Sports betting term): A place, either physical or online, where bets can be placed on various sports events.
Spot (Keno term): The number of chosen or marked numbers on a keno ticket for a particular game.
Spread (Sports betting term): The predicted margin of victory in a sports event, used to establish odds and betting lines.
Square (Sports betting term): A person who bets on both sides of a game, typically at different sportsbooks, to ensure a profit regardless of the outcome.
Square Pair (Craps term): Rolling a pair of twos, threes, fours, or fives in the game of craps.
ss (Casino jargon): An abbreviation for “same suit,” indicating that two or more cards in a hand or on the board share the same suit.
Staggered Payout (Slots term): A slot machine feature where the payouts for winning combinations differ in size, often increasing with higher bets.
Stakes (Poker term): The amount of money or chips wagered on a single hand or round of betting.
Standoff (Poker term): A situation in poker where two or more players have equally strong hands, resulting in a tie and the pot being split.
Steam (Slots term): A term used to describe the sound, action, or visual effects on a slot machine when it is paying out a large amount of money.
Steaming (Poker term): Refers to a player being emotionally or mentally upset, often as a result of a bad beat or significant loss, leading to aggressive or irrational play.
Sticky Bonus (Casino term): A type of casino bonus that cannot be withdrawn and remains in the player’s account for wagering purposes only.
Store (Sports betting term): A sportsbook or betting establishment where bets can be placed.
Straddle (Poker term): A voluntary blind bet made by the player sitting to the left of the big blind, typically double the amount of the big blind, in games with a straddle option.
Straight (Poker term): A poker hand consisting of five consecutive cards, regardless of suit.
Straight Bet (Roulette term): Placing a bet on a single number in roulette.
Straight Bet (Sports betting term): A bet placed on a single outcome or event, such as betting on the winner of a game or match.
Straight Flush (Poker term): A hand in poker that consists of five consecutive cards of the same suit.
Straight Ticket (Keno term): A keno ticket where players select a set of numbers and win if those numbers are drawn.
Street Bet (Roulette term): Placing a bet on a row of three numbers in roulette.
Strong Bet (Craps term): A substantial or aggressive bet placed in the game of craps.
Stud Poker (Poker term): A form of poker where players are dealt a combination of face-down and face-up cards, with betting rounds in between.
Suit (Poker term): One of the four categories (hearts, diamonds, clubs, and spades) to which a playing card belongs.
Suited Connectors (Poker term): Two consecutive cards of the same suit in poker, offering the potential for a straight or flush.
Super Stud (Poker term): A high-stakes version of Seven Card Stud poker.
Surrender (Blackjack term): A blackjack playing option where a player forfeits half of their bet and chooses not to play the hand, typically allowed when the dealer’s upcard is an Ace or a ten-value card.
Symbols (Slots term): The various images or icons displayed on the reels of a slot machine, representing different values or themes.
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Table (Poker term): The surface or area where a poker game is played, typically accommodating multiple players.
Tai Sai (Sic Bo term): A dice game popular in Asia, also known as “Big Small,” where players bet on the outcome of three dice.
Take Odds (Sports betting term): Placing a bet on an event or outcome with favorable odds or potential returns.
Taking the Points (Sports betting term): Betting on the underdog in a point spread wager, hoping that the team will perform better than expected.
Taking the Price (Sports betting term): Placing a bet on an outcome with favorable odds or a higher potential payout.
Tank (Gambling term): Refers to a player taking an extended period of time to make a decision or consider their options during a hand or game.
Tapped Out (Gambling term): When a player has depleted their gambling funds or has no more money available to wager.
Teaser (Sports betting term): A type of bet that allows the bettor to adjust the point spread or total in their favor in exchange for lower odds.
Tells (Poker term): Subtle or unintentional physical or behavioral cues exhibited by a player that may reveal information about the strength or weakness of their hand.
Texas Blackout (Bingo term): A specific pattern on a bingo card that needs to be marked to win a blackout game.
Texas Hold’em (Poker term): One of the most popular variants of poker, where players are dealt two private cards and combine them with five community cards to make the best possible hand.
(The) Cage (Casino term): A designated area in a casino where large sums of money are stored or where high-stakes cash games or tournaments are held.
Third Base (Blackjack term): The seat at the blackjack table immediately to the dealer’s right, where the last player to act before the dealer makes their decisions.
Third Street (Poker term): The third round of betting in Seven Card Stud, where each player receives their third face-up card.
Three of a Kind (Poker term): A hand containing three cards of the same rank, such as three Aces or three Fives.
Ticket (Keno term): A slip or card used to mark the chosen numbers in a game of keno.
Ticket (Sports betting term): A betting slip or receipt that confirms a wager placed on a specific outcome or event.
Tie (Sports betting term): A result in a sports event where the final score or outcome is equal for both teams, resulting in a push or refund of the bet.
Tight (Poker term): Describes a player who plays a conservative or cautious style, typically folding or betting with strong hands only.
Tilt (Gambling term): Refers to a player experiencing frustration or emotional distress, which can lead to reckless or irrational betting decisions.
Toke (Casino term): A tip or gratuity given to casino employees by players.
Top Pair (Poker term): Having a pair of cards that match the highest-ranking community card on the board in a poker hand.
Total (Craps term): The combined sum of the two dice rolled in a game of craps.
Total (Sports betting term): The predicted combined score or number of points in a sports event, used to establish betting lines and over/under bets.
Totals Bet (Sports betting term): A type of bet where the bettor wagers on the total combined score or number of points in a game.
Tournament (Keno term): A special keno game where players compete against each other to achieve the highest score within a set timeframe.
Trey (Gambling term): Refers to the number three, often used in card games or dice games.
Triple (Craps term): Rolling a total of three on both dice in a single roll in the game of craps.
Trips (Poker term): Slang for three of a kind, a hand consisting of three cards of the same rank.
True Odds (Sports betting term): The actual mathematical probability of an event occurring, without any bookmaker’s margin or vigorish factored in.
Turkey (Poker term): Slang for winning three consecutive hands in poker.
Turn (Poker term): The fourth community card dealt face-up in Texas Hold’em and Omaha poker games.
ty (Casino jargon): Abbreviation of “thank you,” often used as a polite expression of gratitude in a casino setting.
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Under (Sports betting term): Refers to betting on the total combined score, points, or goals in a game to be lower than the specified line or predicted total.
Under the Gun (Poker term): The player seated immediately to the left of the big blind in a betting round, who is the first to act and faces the most challenging position.
Underdog (Sports betting term): The team or individual expected to lose in a competition, typically with higher odds assigned to them for betting purposes.
Up Card (Poker term): The face-up card dealt to a player in stud poker or the dealer’s exposed card in games like blackjack.
utg (Casino jargon): Abbreviation of “under the gun,” referring to the player seated to the immediate left of the big blind in a poker game.
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Value (Sports betting term): The perception that a particular wager offers favorable odds or has an advantage in terms of potential profitability.
Value Bet (Poker term): Placing a bet with a strong hand in order to extract maximum value from opponents who may call with weaker hands.
Variance (Poker term): The statistical measure of the distribution of results and fluctuations in poker outcomes, including winning and losing streaks.
Video Poker (Video poker term): A casino game that combines elements of traditional poker with electronic gaming, allowing players to make strategic decisions and potentially win payouts based on the strength of their poker hand.
Vigorish (Sports betting term): Commonly referred to as “vig” or “juice,” it represents the commission or fee charged by a bookmaker for accepting and facilitating bets.
Virgin (Bingo term): A term used to describe a player who has not yet won a game in a bingo session.
Virtual Casino Games (Casino term): Online casino games that are played through a computer or mobile device, using virtual representations of traditional casino games such as slots, blackjack, roulette, and more. These games are typically powered by random number generators (RNGs) to ensure fairness.
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Wad (Casino term): A slang term referring to a bundle of cash or a large sum of money.
Wager (Gambling term): Placing a bet or risking money on the outcome of a game or event.
Wagering Requirement (Casino term): The conditions or restrictions imposed by a casino on bonus funds or winnings, specifying the amount of money that must be wagered before a player can withdraw the funds.
Way Ticket (Keno term): A keno ticket that allows players to mark multiple number combinations and bet on various groupings of those numbers.
Weak Bet (Craps term): A bet made with a small amount of money or a bet that is unlikely to yield significant winnings.
Wet (Poker term): Describing a board or community cards in poker that presents various possibilities for strong hands.
Whale (Poker term): A high-stakes poker player who wagers large amounts of money.
Whales (Poker term): A plural form of “whale,” referring to multiple high-rolling poker players.
Wheel (Poker term): Achieving the lowest possible straight in high-low split games, such as having A-2-3-4-5 in hand.
Whiff (Poker term): Failing to make a desired hand or draw in poker.
Wild Card (Poker term): A card that can substitute for any other card in order to complete a winning hand.
Wild Number (Bingo term): A number that is randomly designated before a game of bingo begins, allowing it to count as a match for any called number.
Wild Symbol (Slots term): A symbol in slot machines that can substitute for any other symbol to help create winning combinations.
Wired Cards (Poker term): Starting poker hands consisting of a pair as the two hole cards.
Wiseguy (Sports betting term): A professional bettor or a knowledgeable and experienced sports gambler.
Writer (Keno term): The person responsible for recording and verifying keno tickets and numbers called during a keno game.
Wrong Bettor (Craps term): A player who bets against the shooter or against the majority of other players at the craps table.
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yhs (Casino jargon): This term is not commonly recognized as a standard gambling or casino term. It might be a specific abbreviation or acronym used in a particular context or by a specific group.
Yo (Casino jargon): A slang term in craps used to refer to the number 11.
YW (Casino jargon): An abbreviation of “you’re welcome,” often used in casual conversation or customer service interactions.
3Bet (Poker term): In poker, it refers to the act of making the third bet in a particular round of betting. Typically, it involves a player re-raising after an initial bet and a raise.
4Bet (Poker term): Similar to 3Bet, this refers to the act of making the fourth bet in a round of betting. It involves a player re-raising after a bet, a raise, and another re-raise. It signifies significant aggression in the betting action.
