Gambling Jargon You May Encounter at an Online Casino
The world of gambling, in particular poker but other games as well, sometimes seems to have it's own language. If you are new to online gambling, you may be puzzled over some of the terms you will find. Here are some definitions for the most common terms you will see.
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Platinum Play
1500 free bets, no deposit |
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Royal Vegas
1200 free in bonuses |
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Action – this means the amount of money bet or in the pot
Ante – this is the small bet that each player must make before each hand in a game of poker
Bankroll – this just means the amount of money a gambler has available to play
Betting limits – tables games tend to have minimum bet amounts as well as a maximum. You must bet between those two numbers to stay in that game.
Boat – same thing as full house
Bust – going over 21 in blackjack (automatically losing hand)
Casino advantage – the amount of edge the casino has versus the players
Cold – someone who is on a losing streak
Croupier – another name for dealer, common to baccarat
Deuce – slang for a two card
Dime bet – a bet of $1000
High roller – someone who bets large amounts
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Jackpot City
500 free on deposits |
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7 Sultans
$1000 free in 9 bonuses |
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Hot – a player on a winning streak
Payline – the line on a video slot machine where the symbols need to line up
Progressive – usually a video slot game where the jackpot gets higher with every play until someone hits it



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