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Roulette Glossary

More than 118 Roulette terms & expressions

Even if you have not played Roulette yet, you most certainly have heard of this game. You probably also have seen one or two movies where people spin the Roulette wheel and say things like "rien ne va plus". If you don't happen to be french, then these words alone suggest that there must be a whole world of fascinating terms and expressions that come with this game. So why not explore this world with our Roulette glossary. By all means, this list is not exhaustive, but we aim to provide you with a comprehensive reference that explains interesting and colorful Roulette terminology you are likely to encounter while playing this game. Here you'll find much more than what you really need in order to master this game. Enjoy!

  • Layout
    The tapestry covered area of a table - cloth on gambling tables. Markings tell you where you can place your bets.
  • Lead
    The player who makes the first bet in a round.
  • Line Bet
    Placing a bet on six neighbouring numbers. The payout is five times the placed betting value. Chance of winning are approximately 16.2%.

  • Lobby
    The lobby is the first screen you see once you open and log into the casino application. It's the main portal within your online casino software that lets you choose the games you want to play and gives you access to the latest bonus promotions and news.
  • Long Run
    The number of rounds of play, hands or spins, needed for the ratio of wins to losses to reach a point where they are changed very little by the cumulative effect of outcomes.
  • Loose
    Referred to slot machines that have a generous payout.
  • Low Bet
    Placing a Bet on all numbers ranging from 1 to 18. Payout is the placed betting value (even money). The chance of winning is 48.6 percent (the same as a High Bet).