Phoney poker but real threats

An elaborate scam involving a phoney poker game has targeted at least one local tradesman and Victoria police suspect there might be more victims.

SHARK - A good/crafty player often posing as a fish early in the game.
LEAK - To show one's hole cards (often unknowingly).
BIG BLIND - A blind bet, usually a raise of an earlier blind which would be called the SMALL BLIND. In limit poker, the BIG BLIND is usually the size of the minimum bet on the first round of betting.
MITES AND LICE - A hand consisting of two pair, threes over twos.
DEALER'S CHOICE - In home games, a rule that permits the dealer to name which poker game to be played that hand. Often limited to selecting from a list provided.
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.

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