Friday, September 29, 2023
Ax
Noun
Any hand with an Ace and another unspecified card, especially when the unknown card is of low value.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Abbreviation.
SAMPLE HAND:
xEXAMPLE: "Ax tends to be overplayed by beginners. It is a good with another high card, but if the other card is low and you do manage to pair the Ace you still risk losing to a pair of Aces with a higher kicker."
APPLIES TO: Online and Land-based Venues
Noun
Chop; rake; the percentage amount or total dollar amount of money taken from the pot by the house.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Alternate spelling: axe.
EXAMPLE: "The ax really ate into my winnings."
APPLIES TO: Online and Land-based Venues