Glossary

A bettor who exploits odds discrepancies between bookmakers by wagering on both sides of a game at different prices to secure a profit.

A betting budget a player cannot comfortably lose, or a wager size too large for their available funds.

Unique slot game symbols that trigger payouts when two or more land anywhere on the reels, regardless of paylines. They may act as multipliers (doubling, tripling, or more) or activate free spins or bonus rounds when appearing randomly.

The point total or final result of a game or match.

Individuals who seek out exceptionally strong betting opportunities, also referred to as sports players.

Instant-win lottery-style games where players scratch off a covered layer on a ticket to reveal hidden symbols, numbers, or images, indicating whether a prize has been won.

A person paid by a casino to fill seats at underpopulated table games or tournaments to boost activity.

A horse racing wager where the selected horse must finish in the top three (or top two in some races) to win.

When a bettor is unable to place a wager after betting closes, or when a losing team fails to score any points.

The two competitors in a match, typically the favorite and the underdog.

The most straightforward wager, placed on one specific outcome of an event, with potential winnings calculable via a single bet calculator.

A form of online betting where players wager virtual items (like skins in video games) instead of real money. 

When someone has personal risk or investment in a bet or business decision. In betting, it means having real money at stake.

A hybrid online game blending slots and bingo, where players mark numbers on a bingo-style card as they’re spun on slot reels, aiming to complete lines or coveralls, with various themed versions available.

A casino game featuring spinning reels with symbols, where players win by landing combinations matching the game’s paytable. Available in diverse themes, slots often include bonus features like Wilds, Scatters, Free Spins, Respins, and mini-games.

Methods or strategies used by bettors to try and predict outcomes more accurately. These can include statistical models, trend analysis, or automated tools.

A beginner or inexperienced sports bettor.

A slot machine paytable that offers higher payouts to players who bet larger amounts.

The amount of money a player bets on a specific outcome or event.

A rapid change in a game’s betting spread, often caused by a surge of bets from a large group or syndicate on one side.