Glossary of Poker Terms - G

G

gap hand

In Texas hold 'em, a gap hand is a starting hand with at least one rank separating the two cards. Usually referred to in context of one-gap and two-gap hands.

get away

To fold a good hand against a supposedly superior hand. Compare with laydown.

going south

To sneak a portion of your chips from the table while the game is underway. The intent is to reduce the stakes you have at risk. Normally prohibited in public card rooms. Also "ratholing".

grinder

A player who earns a living by making small profits over a long period of consistent, conservative play. Compare to "rock".

guts, guts to open

1. A game with no opening hand requirement; that is, where the only requirement to open the betting is "guts", or courage.
2. Any of several poker variants where pots accumulate over several hands until a single player wins. See guts.

gut shot, gutshot

See inside straight draw.

gypsy

To enter the pot cheaply by just calling the blind rather than raising. Also "limp".