Case ( poker )


1) Descriptive of the only remaining card of a rank or suit. "I caught the case ace" means there was only one left to draw (in a draw game)
or hit (in a stud game) and the player got it.

2) All; said of money. "He bought in for his case money" means that all he had in his
pocket went to buy chips; if he loses these, he can't buy anymore.

3) The last card of a denomination or suit, when the rest have already been seen.

4) Look over; usually said of a card room, referring to checking out the action.
"He only comes in to case the joint, and never lights."