Accumulator: A single wager that covers multiple selections. All selections must win for the bet to be successful. Also known as a parlay.

A bet or wager of any kind.

Making a wager that is decided by the point spread, meaning that extra points are added to one team for the purposes of the bet.

A type of bet that is placed in advance of an event starting.

A situation where the odds available mean it’s possible to make two (or more) bets and guarantee a profit.

A type of handicap betting that’s popular in the Far East and commonly used for soccer betting in the UK.

Stands for “against the spread” – see above.

Banker: A bet considered to be a sure thing. Also known as a lock.

How much money you have to bet with

A form of betting where you bet against other bettors rather than a bookmaker.