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Casino Glossary

  • Sharp

    Casino

    A successful gambler.

  • Short Run

    Casino

    A small number of bets. The opposite of the long run.

    Antonym: Long Run

  • Short Stack

    Casino

    A player who has less money on the table than others, particularly in poker.

    See also: Chip, Chips

  • 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.

  • Single

    Casino

    A bet on a single selection.

  • Skin

    Casino

    Slang for a dollar bill.

  • Steam

    Casino

    A player who is angry, especially in poker, and lets their emotions affect their play is said to "steam", or more commonly "is steaming".

  • Sticky Bonus

    Casino

    A bonus that cannot be withdrawn from the player's account even when all wagering requirements are completed. The bonus amount is deducted from the total amount at the time of withdrawal.  

    Synonym: Non-cashable Bonus, Play Bonus

    Antonym: Cashable Bonus

    See also: Bonus, Promotion

  • Strategy

    Casino

    A deliberate method of gambling.

  • Strategy Variation

    Casino

    A modification of a playing strategy when it is advantageous.

    See also: Basic Strategy

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