Casino Glossary
over 145 Casino Terms & Expressions, common Gambling terms
If you are new to the world of online casinos, the wealth of casino related terminology might be a bit overwhelming at first. For that reason we have compiled this glossary. This list is not exhaustive, but we aim to provide you with a comprehensive reference that explains interesting and colorful internet terminology you are likely to encounter in the world of online casino gambling. Although it's not essential for you to be familiar with all these terms in order to play, they're still good to know.
Action
The amount of money wagered (put into action) by a player during an entire playing session.Aggregate Limit
Total payout liability of a casino during any one game.Aggregate Winnings
Cumulative or total winnings (your total profit).American Roulette
This style consist of a roulette wheel which has 38 colored compartments with numbers ranging from 0 to 36 with the addition of a second zero (00). With the additional 00 (European Roulette only has one zero), American roulette gives higher advantage to the house, as compared to European roulette, which has slightly better odds of winning.Anchor [Blackjack]
From the dealer's right, the last player in a blackjack gambling game is referred to as an 'anchor'.Arm [Craps]
A term used in craps to denote a player who is so skilled at throwing the dice that they are able to alter the conventional odds of the game. Such a player is referred to as an 'arm'. Whether such individuals actually exist or simply are a product of game legend is debatable. However, it is worth noting that the casino craps dealers are very adamant about the dice being thrown against the opposite wall of the table to ensure a completely random outcome.generated in 0.0074 seconds.
