Poker Glossary

Software that provides strategic advice during live play. Banned on all major poker sites as it gives an unfair advantage.

A flop with three different suits, meaning no flush draw is possible with just one more card.

The fee charged by the poker room for hosting a cash game or tournament. Usually 2.5-5% of each pot in cash games, capped at a maximum amount.

A portion of the rake (poker room's fee) returned to the player. Rakeback programs reward loyal players and can significantly increase hourly win r...

"With 30% rakeback, if I pay $1,000 in rake, I get $300 back."

The full set of possible hands a player could hold in a given situation. Thinking in ranges rather than specific hands is a key skill in modern poker.

"His 3-bet range from the button is probably pocket pairs 88+, AJs+, and KQs."

The ability to purchase more chips during a tournament (during the rebuy period). Rebuy tournaments typically have a registration period where re-e...

Short for 'regular' — a player who plays consistently and is part of the regular player pool. Regs are typically competent, breakeven-to-winning pl...

The mathematical probability of losing your entire bankroll. Lower risk of ruin requires a larger bankroll relative to your stakes.

The fifth and final community card in Hold'em and Omaha. Also called 'fifth street.'

A player who frequently catches lucky cards on the river to win hands. A derogatory term.

An agreement between players to deal the remaining community cards twice when all-in, splitting the pot based on both boards. Reduces variance.