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!
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Camouflage
A wise guy who disguises himself. This can include placing bad bets, acting drunk or any other such means. Anything a skilled gambler does to conceal his/her activities from the casino. This can include placing bad bets, acting drunk, using disguises or any number of other possible ploys intended to throw the casino's scrutiny off. -
Carré
French for Corner Bet. -
CashCheck
This web-based utility allows real cash wagering customers to view their financial transactions with a simple click from within the the casino software. A fully detailed report of purchases and payouts is provided in a bank-like statement from where you are playing. Not only does CashCheck reports clearly show each and every transaction that you have made, but also the payment method (credit card, e-wallet or prepaid card). -
Cashier
The section in the casino that deals with all forms of real money transactions such as deposits or withdrawals. -
Casino Advantage
The odds a casino has in their favor on any particular game. -
Chance
In general, outside of gambling, chance is more commonly referred to in percentage terms. If you toss a coin then there is a 50% chance of it landing on heads and a 50% chance of it being tails. All possible outcomes in any event will add up to 100%. -
Chase
After having gambled and lost, to chase would be to continue to gamble in the hopes of wining back what you have lost (also see responsible gambling. -
Coat Tail
A player who imitates the actions of other winning players. -
Cold
A period of unsuccessful wagering. -
Colonne [Roulette]
This is the French term for Column Bet. -
Column Bet [Roulette]
Placing a bet on twelve numbers at the same time, which are in a "long" row – meaning the numbers are one below the other. The payout is double (2:1) the placed betting value. The chance of winning a Column Bet is ca. 32.4 percent.
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Comp Points
Comp points are points you earn every time you wager. These points can be redeemed for real money in the Cashier section. Casinos employ this strategy to entice players to keep gambling. The amount of cash given per wager often depends on the selected game and is usually very small. A casino might offer three comp points for each $10 wagered on slots and one comp point for each $10 wagered on blackjack. The casino might give $1 for each 100 comp points. -
Comps
Comps are courtesies given by casinos. These are either complimentary gifts given to players orcomp-points that are given to players when they play more at that casino. In brick and mortar Casinos comps are complimentary gifts given by the casino to entice players to gamble. Typical comps include free hotel room, meals and beverages. Although online casinos can not offer discounted hospitality costs and flights like regular casinos do, they have unique comps of their own. For example, Online Casinos entice newcomers by rewarding them with free money into their accounts by offering them all kinds of bonuses or by granting players comp points. -
Compulsive Gambling
Compulsive gambling or pathological gambling is a psychological disorder characterized by a persistent inability to resist the impulse to gamble. The disorder is progressive and usually affects one's personal, social, and work life at some point. It may lead to bankruptcy or criminal activity to get more money. Click here to see questions that can help individuals to decide if he or she is a compulsive gambler and wants to stop gambling. -
Corner Bet
This involves betting on four numbers at the same time (Square Bet or Quarter Bet).
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Coupon
A coupon is a code that must be entered into the Cashier if you wish to claim a certain bonus at Online Casinos. -
Cracking the Nut
'Cracking the Nut' means to profit enough from a casino's visit to cover costs with a remainder. -
Croupier
Croupier (pronounced croop-ee-ay) is the French word for the dealer, used most commonly in the games of baccarat and roulette.
