Casino Glossary

• Double Deck

  Casino

  The use of two decks in a card game. In blackjack, more decks increases the casino's advantage.

• Draw

  Poker

  In poker, discarding cards and receiving replacements in the hope of improving a hand.

• Die

  Craps

  A cube with a unique number of dots (1 to 6) on each side. Singular form of dice.

  Synonym: Bones

  See also: Dice

• Dozen Bet

  Roulette

  A bet on on one of three sets of 12 numbers: 1-12, 13-24, 25-36. Pays 2 to 1.

• Double Double Bonus Video Poker

  Video Poker

  A variation of Jacks or Better that offers bonuses for various 4-of-a-kinds, particularly with specific kickers.

• Drawn Out

  Poker

  Beaten by a hand that improved.

• Double-Zero Wheel

  Roulette

  A wheel which has the 38 numbers used for the American version of roulette.

• Deal/Draw Button

  Video Poker

  A button to get new cards for discarded ones or to start a new hand.

• Don’t Pass Line

  Craps

  A place to bet on the come-out roll. The exact opposite of the pass line, except on a roll of 12.

• Double Up

  Video Poker

  A side bet on a winning hand. The player must draw a higher card than the one shown to win.