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Protection

  1. Noun

    A reduction in the number of people remaining in a hand.

    EXAMPLE: "I had a decent hand but was afraid of being outdrawn, so I raised for protection."

    APPLIES TO: Online and Land-based Venues

    RELATED TERMS: Outdraw, Protect, Protection Bet




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