Casino ABC: Letter D

If you want to hold your own at the poker, blackjack, or roulette tables, there are a few 'D' terms you should have in your arsenal. From the 'dolly' to the 'dealer' and 'drilling,' we'll explain exactly what these mean.

Dead Man’s Hand

The 'Dead Man’s Hand' is a legendary poker combination featuring two black aces and two black eights. Folklore says this was the final hand held by Wild Bill Hickok just before he was killed in the Wild West. While it's not necessarily a losing hand by the rules, it remains one of the most ominous and storied combinations in gambling history.

Dolly

The 'dolly' is a small, clear cylindrical marker that the croupier places over the winning number in roulette. When you see it, it's a signal to stop: no more bets can be placed and no one should collect their winnings yet. Think of it as a temporary 'freeze' button on the table before the payouts begin. roulette game. At that moment it means: hands off the chips! No new bets, no collecting – the dolly marks the pause between excitement and payout. It is essentially the “Do not disturb” sign of the roulette table.