21 definitions by Giskard
"Settle Up" is a term commonly used in nightclubs and bars that a patron and/or server uses to indicate that it's time for payment.
This is not to be confused with the term pay up, but it is similar to pay out and tab out.
This is not to be confused with the term pay up, but it is similar to pay out and tab out.
by Giskard August 10, 2004
by Giskard July 2, 2004
In pocket billiards (pool), a "crutch" is the stick used to shoot with when you cannot reach the cue ball. It is formally known as a "mechanical bridge".
It's referred to as a crutch to insinuate that you're a lesser player that needs "help" to make a shot (this is a very big misconception, however).
It is sometimes also referred to as a "wussy stick".
It's referred to as a crutch to insinuate that you're a lesser player that needs "help" to make a shot (this is a very big misconception, however).
It is sometimes also referred to as a "wussy stick".
by Giskard July 2, 2004
Often used in billiards (or gambling in general), it refers to a game for money, or a location that is known for money games.
Where can we find some action?
by Giskard July 2, 2004
In the game of Poker, a player who has a small (or smallest) amount of chips at the table is said to be have the "Short Stack" or be "Short-Stacked."
You often see short-stacked players go all in if they have at least one overcard or any pocket pair.
You often see short-stacked players go all in if they have at least one overcard or any pocket pair.
by Giskard March 22, 2005
5th street is a term used in various games of poker (commonly in Texas Hold'em and Omaha).
After the flop, and the turn, comes 5th Street, which is the 5th community card to be dealt face-up. A more common name for 5th Street is the river.
After the flop, and the turn, comes 5th Street, which is the 5th community card to be dealt face-up. A more common name for 5th Street is the river.
by Giskard July 20, 2004
"Pay Out" is a term commonly used in nightclubs and bars that a patron and/or server uses to indicate that it's time for payment.
This is not to be confused with the term pay up, but it is similar to settle up and tab out.
This is not to be confused with the term pay up, but it is similar to settle up and tab out.
by Giskard August 10, 2004