overbet

/ˌoʊvərˈbɛt/
verb
  1. To bet more money than is wise or than the pot size in a game of poker.
    • She lost a lot of chips because she would overbet on bluffs.
    • Don't overbet the pot or you'll scare away other players.
    • He tends to overbet when he has a strong hand.
noun
  1. A bet that is larger than the current pot or larger than advisable.
    • She made a risky overbet that paid off.
    • An overbet can sometimes force opponents to fold.
    • His overbet was called, and he lost the hand.
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