Perceptions Of Poker
Those living in the UK will have done well not to notice the recent slew of TV programs concerning gambling. A wide range of approaches have been taken to portray the countrys perceived love affair…
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Poker jargon:
- BIG BOBTAIL - An open-ended 4-card straight flush.
- BET FOR VALUE - Betting a hand that, in the long run, is expected to win more than it loses. Antonym: BLUFF.
- LAY ODDS - To give favorable odds to an opponent.
- FORCED BET - In some stud games a player may be required to make a bet to start the action on the first card. This is similar conceptually to blinds and antes, but in this case is dependent on the cards shown rather than player position. Usually the weakest hand is forced to bet.
- OVERCALL - To call a bet after one or more players already called.
- BLUFF - To make a bet or raise with a poor hand, in hope that the remaining active player(s) will fold.
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