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  • Payoff

    Casino

    The amount a player wins.

  • Chase

    Casino

    An attempt to win back lost money.

  • Side Count

    Casino

    In blackjack card counting, the counter mainly tracks the number of high vs low cards remaining in the deck. There can also be a separate side count, almost always of undealt aces.

  • Live Game

    Casino

    An online casino game run by a live dealer via a video streaming link.

  • Edge

    Casino

    An advantage, either for a player or the house.

  • Joker

    Casino

    An extra card often used as a wild card.

    Synonym: Bug

  • Wager Management

    Casino

    A player's deliberate strategy regarding how to use their bankroll.

  • Strategy Variation

    Casino

    A modification of a playing strategy when it is advantageous.

    See also: Basic Strategy

  • Bonus

    Casino

    Something (most often money) given to a person as an incentive to sign up or play. Usually comes with qualifying conditions, e.g. playing a certain amount.

    See also: Cashable Bonus, Sticky Bonus, Non-cashable Bonus, Play Bonus

  • eCOGRA

    Casino

    Acronym for e-Commerce Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance, a London-based organization involved in assuring fair and responsible gambling.

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