Blackjack Glossary
121 Blackjack terms & expressions
This Blackjack reference explains terms & expressions used by players and casinos around the world. This list is not intended to be exhaustive, but here you can read up on those expressions that you'll most likely encounter when playing Blackjack. You'll probably find that you can play the game knowing only a handful of the expressions listed here. But if you are interested in knowing a bit more about Blackjack and its interesting and colorful Blackjack terminology, then by all means, read on. Enjoy!
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Odds
In any event, every outcome has a chance or likelihood of taking place. Odds are simply a reflection of that probability of a certain outcome (a measure of the likelihood of its occurrence). Blackjack gambling games are based on odds and probabilities. -
Overlay
A good bet where the player has an edge over the casino.
