DegenerateĪ slang term used to indicate the ten cent money line, i.e., the money line in which the bookmaker’s vigorish/vig/commission amounts to ten percent. If a wager is made in this way, the player is said to have covered the spread, and stands to win an event by more points than he/she laid, or lose by fewer points than he/she had taken. To bet the point spread (spread) by the required number of points. Clone JointĪ sports book that moves its’ lines to conform with other sports books. Circle/Circled GameĪn event where the wagering limit (the action) is severely limited, i.e., where the sports book lowers its’ normal wagering limits due to uncertain weather, significant injuries, or unconfirmed rumors regarding a contestant or team. Chalk-Eater/Chalk-PlayerĪ player who tends to wager only on the favorites, rarely on the underdogs. The favored team, side, contestant or horse in a sports event. Bookie (Bookmaker)Ī person, house or organization that takes players’ bets. BookĪ sports book or betting establishment that sets odds and accepts wagers on the outcome of sporting events. BeefĪ dispute or claim involving a player and his/her bookmaker. BeardĪ messenger player, i.e., a player who plays on behalf of someone else. Bad BeatĪ tough loss, e.g., when unwanted points are scored against your wager in the dying seconds of an event, or your horse loses by a nose, after leading all the way. Meaningless points scored to cover the spread, by a team that is likely to lose.

ATSĪn abbreviation for: against the spread. Al poĪ dog, puppy or underdog, i.e., the team, side or contestant in any given event considered to be the least likely to win. ActionĪ middleman who places players into a sports book for a commission. Across the BoardĪ method of wagering on a horse to win, place and show. Sports betting terms for dummies A AccountantĪ term used by some players for bookmaker (bookie). Sports betting terms for dummies – here you will find an extensive wagering glossary, the benefits of which will be appreciated by anyone wishing to make sports bets.

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