Belly-Up ( poker )




1) Honestly; usually preceded by play. To play belly-up implies honest play from a usually dishonest player. "Why do I deal myself seconds?
Because I can't win when I play belly-up."

2) Playing carefully, as opposed to recklessly. "I don't lose as much when I play belly-up, but I don't have any fun, either."

3) Broke; busted. "I went belly-up after I had that flush beat".