Právo: Poker becomes phenomenon in R
Prague, Aug 16 (CTK) - Poker has become a phenomenon in the Czech Republic over the past two years and the Association of Poker Clubs has proposed that the Finance Ministry recognise it as an official sport which the ministry is reluctant to do, Právo writes Saturday.
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Casino poker language:
- ON TILT - Playing worse (usually, more aggressively) than usual because a player has become emotionally upset.
- S&M - Sklansky & Malmuth. Generally refers to the ideas and algorithms published by these two authors. When used in a 7-card stud context, often refers to "7 Card Stud For Advanced Players", and when used in a Hold'em context, often refers to "Texas Hold'em For Advanced Players".
- LOWBALL - Generic term for poker where the lowest hand wins.
- WHEEL - A-2-3-4-5. Usually discussed in the context of lowball where it is the best possible hand. Can also refer to a 5-high straight in high games. Also: BICYCLE.
- FLOP GAME - Any of a number of poker games where a flop is dealt.
- POSSIBLE [STRAIGHT/FLUSH] - Up cards that quite possibly could lead to a straight and/or a flush.
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