Poker Glossary of Terms

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Valet - A jack.

Value - As in "bet for value." This means that you would actually like your opponents to call your bet because you have the best hand. However, it can also be a draw which, given enough callers, has a positive expectation.

Variance - A measure of the up and down swings your bankroll goes through.

Vigorish - The amount taken by the house for running a game.