Poker Terms

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Keep them honest
To call during the final round of betting to prevent someone from bluffing.
Key card
A card that significantly improves a hand, making the difference between a strong hand and a weak one.
Key hand
A pivotal hand in a session or tournament that significantly contributes to a player’s success or downfall.
Kicker
The card that is not part of a ranking hand but may be used to break ties between hands of the same rank.
Kings
A pair of king cards, often referred to as cowboys.
King-high
A hand where the highest card is a king, with no other combination to make a ranked hand.
Knock
Another term for checking, particularly in a home game setting.
Knockout
A type of poker tournament where players receive a cash prize for each player they eliminate.