Short-term markets
A short-term market is one where the result of an event will be known within seven days of the date the bet was placed.
Glossary Terms
Showdown
A ‘showdown’ in poker is when all remaining players reveal the strength of their hand to determine who has the best and is declared the winner. This happens after all betting rounds are complete. What is a showdown in poker? In poker, a “showdown” is the final phase of a hand where the remaining players …
Side Pot
A’ side pot’ is a second poker pot that has been formed because one player is all-in but there are still players left in the hand who have additional chips to play for. What is a side pot in poker? A side pot is an additional pot that may be created in a poker game …
Single
A single bet refers to placing a gamble on one outcome to happen. For example, you have bet on one horse to win a specific race, therefore a single bet. This is different to each-way, where two bets have been placed.
Single Bet
A single bet, is a bet that is dependent on one event taking place. How to work out a single bet? Calculating the potential payout for a single bet is a straightforward process. To work out the potential return for a single bet, follow these steps: Determine the Bet Amount: Start by deciding how much …
Single Wager
If you are placing a single wager, you are betting on one outcome to happen in an event. For example, you have bet on one team to win a game, therefore it is single bet.
Slingo
Slingo has become increasingly popular at online casinos in recent times. It’s a heady mix of bingo and slots, and you can expect super-fast gameplay and the chance of landing some big wins. Here, we explain everything you need to know about Slingo to get started at your chosen gaming platform. What is Slingo? Slingo …
Slow Play
When you perform a ‘slow play’ in poker, you are doing so because you have a strong hand and want to keep more players in the pot. This is done passively, but deceptively in the hope your opponents will act to increase the pot further.
Slow Roll
In poker, a “slow roll” refers to a controversial and unsportsmanlike action in which a player deliberately takes an excessive amount of time to reveal their winning hand when they have an unbeatable hand. This is done with the intention of misleading or frustrating their opponent, creating suspense, or showing poor sportsmanship. Slow rolling is …
Small Blind
The ‘small blind’ is positioned to the direct right of the button at the poker table. It is also a term that refers to the mandatory smaller blind payment made in Hold’em. What is the small blind in poker? In poker, the small blind is a forced bet that is posted by the player sitting …