Glossary
56+ definitions focused on US player confusion points.
ACH
Automated Clearing House bank transfers—common for licensed US casino deposits and withdrawals.
Aggregate rating
A summarized score computed from multiple criteria; not a guarantee of future payouts.
AML
Anti-money laundering checks—casinos verify identity and funding sources on withdrawals.
Bankroll
The amount of money you can afford to lose without harming obligations—should be fixed per session.
Bonus buy
A slot feature that pays to enter a bonus round directly—usually high variance.
Cashable bonus
Bonus funds that can become withdrawable cash after meeting wagering requirements (if allowed).
Chargeback
A card dispute; often unavailable for gambling transactions and can cause account bans.
Cold wallet
Offline crypto storage; not the same as an exchange wallet used for quick deposits.
Confirmation (crypto)
Blockchain confirmations required before a deposit credits—varies by coin and casino policy.
Contribution rate
How much each game type counts toward wagering requirements (slots often 100%, live games lower).
Crypto casino
A casino emphasizing on-chain deposits/withdrawals; often offshore, not state-licensed.
Curacao license
A common offshore licensing jurisdiction—lighter-touch than US state regulators.
DGE
New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement—a major US iGaming regulator.
eCheck
Electronic check-style transfers; sometimes used where ACH-like flows exist.
EV (expected value)
Long-run statistical expectation; most casino bets are negative EV for the player.
Free spins
Promotional spins on slots; winnings may be credited as bonus funds with wagering.
Geolocation
GPS/Wi-Fi/IP checks proving you are inside a legal state for regulated play.
House edge
The casino’s mathematical advantage built into game rules and payouts.
iGaming
Internet gambling products such as online slots and table games offered by licensed operators.
Jackpot
A large prize pool; progressives can be networked across games or casinos.
KYC
Know Your Customer identity verification required for withdrawals and compliance.
Live dealer
Table games streamed with human dealers—popular in licensed US apps.
Match bonus
A deposit bonus expressed as a percentage match up to a cap.
MGCB
Michigan Gaming Control Board—regulates MI online gambling.
Network fee
Blockchain fee paid to miners/validators; separate from the casino’s own fees.
No deposit bonus
A promo credited without deposit; usually has wagering and withdrawal caps.
Offshore casino
A non–US state-licensed real-money operator—often Curacao-licensed; different protections.
PA PGCB
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board—regulates PA online casinos.
Paytable
The published payouts/rules for a slot or video poker game.
Playthrough
Another word for wagering requirement—how much you must bet to unlock bonus funds.
RNG
Random number generator software used for digital game outcomes in audited systems.
Rollover
Synonym for wagering requirement on bonuses.
RTP
Return to player—a theoretical long-run payback percentage; not a short-session promise.
Self-exclusion
A responsible gambling tool blocking access for a chosen period or permanently.
Slippage
Price movement during crypto conversion—can affect effective deposit value.
Stablecoin
A crypto asset pegged to fiat (e.g., USDT); still requires wallet hygiene.
Stake
The amount wagered on a single bet or spin.
State-licensed casino
An operator authorized by a US state regulator for real-money online casino play in that state.
Sticky bonus
Bonus funds that cannot be withdrawn as cash even after wagering—terms vary widely.
Sweepstakes casino
A promotional sweepstakes model using Gold Coins/Sweeps Coins style mechanics—read official rules.
Table limits
Minimum and maximum bets allowed at a table or live game.
USDT
Tether, a widely used stablecoin; confirm network (TRC20/ERC20) before sending.
VIP program
Loyalty rewards based on play volume; can encourage overspending—use limits.
Volatility
How swingy a slot is—high volatility can mean long losing streaks and rare big hits.
Wagering requirement
Multiplier applied to bonus funds before withdrawal eligibility.
Wallet address
A destination string for crypto transfers—mistakes are usually irreversible.
WV Lottery
West Virginia regulator involvement for iGaming alongside other agencies.
Whale
Informal term for a very high-stakes player—not a goal for responsible budgeting.
Withdrawal pending
A processing window for fraud checks and payment routing before funds release.
2FA
Two-factor authentication—strongly recommended for any account that can move money.
AML hold
A temporary delay when a withdrawal triggers additional compliance review.
Edge sorting
An advantage technique in rare physical contexts—not applicable to standard online RNG games.
Gambling MCC
Merchant category codes banks use—can cause declines on gambling purchases.
KYC tier
Different verification levels unlocking higher withdrawal limits.
Lightning payouts
Marketing term; always verify with real withdrawal tests at low amounts.
Responsible gambling
Tools and support to help players stay in control; includes helplines and self-exclusion.