Glossary

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Wager - the amount of money a player voluntarily risks on a game. The wager can be in the form of cash, chips or vouchers.

WBA - an acronym for World Boxing Association.

WBC - an acronym for World Boxing Council.

Wheel (Poker) - the lowest possible five-card hand in low-ball poker, i.e., ace, two three, four, five. Also see, bicycle.

Wheel (Roulette) - the wheel upon which the game of roulette is played. Also see American or French Wheel.

Whipsaw - to raise before, and after, a caller who gets caught in the middle.

Whirl Bet - a player's bet in craps that the next roll will be a two, three, seven, eleven or twelve. The whirl bet is made in multiples of five, with one unit on each of the numbers.

Wild Card - a joker, or other card designated as a joker, the player may substitute for any other card to complete his hand.

Win (Bet) - a wager on a specific horse or greyhound to win at the given odds. This is the simplest and most common bet. If the player's selection crosses the finish line in first place, he collects. Also see, Straight bet, and Single bet.

Winner's Circle - an area where the winning greyhound or horse is on display following the race and is often involved in a ceremonial presentation.

Wire - the official finish line for a greyhound or horse race.

Wired Pair - a pair in hand.

Wise Guy - a well-informed, knowledgeable and successful sports handicapper or player.

WNBA - an abbreviation for Women's National Basketball Association.

World Series - a best-of-seven championship playoff series to determine the best team in Major League Baseball.

World's Fair - a strong and promising hand.