Casino Glossary
Caribbean Stud Poker
PokerA table game based on 5-card stud, but played against the dealer only and with different betting and payouts.
Multiplier
SlotsA feature that results in two to ten times the normal payout.
Impair
RouletteFrench for a bet on the odd numbers. Pays 1 to 1.
Fishhooks
PokerVideo PokerSlang for jacks.
Aggregate Winnings
CasinoTotal amount won.
Casino Advantage
CasinoThe long-term theoretical advantage of the casino or "house" over players.
Royal Flush Wild
Video PokerA royal flush made with one or more wild cards.
Inside Straight/Gutshot/One-Grapper
PokerVideo PokerFour cards to a straight with a gap inside, e.g. 7543 (vs 7654, an "open ender" that has double the chance of making the straight).
Basic Strategy
BlackjackCasinoA relatively simple strategy designed to improve a player's chances, particularly in blackjack.
Horn High Bet
CrapsSame as a horn bet, except an additional bet is placed on one of the numbers. E.g. horn high 12 bets one unit each on the 2, 3 and 11, and 2 units on the 12.