Young poker player goes pro in hopes of making it big
Sioux City, Ia. - Playing poker professionally was once strictly the domain of fictional riverboat types like Bret Maverick or grizzled, cheroot-chomping tough guys like Doc Holliday.
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Useful poker terms:
- BET - To put money into the pot, pursuant to the rules of the game, thus maintaining a chance of winning the pot.
- EVEN-MONEY - A bet that pays off exactly the amount wagered. E.g., "Double or nothing" is an even-money bet.
- ON THE COME - A situation where the player does not have a complete hand but hopes to make one if the right cards come up.
- POCKET PAIR - Generic Hold'em term for 2 hole cards of the same rank.
- MISDEAL - A hand dealt incorrectly that must be re-dealt.
- LOOSE - Playing more hands than the norm. Antonym: TIGHT.
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