Check-raise
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Check-raise is a verb meaning (poker) To check and then raise a bet by another player in the same betting round.
Meaning
(poker) To check and then raise a bet by another player in the same betting round.
More Meanings
- (poker) A raise made by a player who checked before in the same betting round.
Example Sentences
Check-raising is sometimes specifically prohibited by house rules.
Word Forms
- check-raises
- check-raising
- check-raised
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include check-call, check-fold, backraise, call, check, complete.
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