Poker has its own language, from basic terms such as blinds and position to concepts including ICM, blockers and range advantage. Use the Poker Type terminology guide to search poker terms, browse the alphabet or quickly understand the phrases players, commentators and strategy writers use every day.
Browse Poker Terminology
Jump into the type of poker term you want to understand.
Search Poker Terminology
Search the glossary by poker term or phrase.
Published: September 28, 2026
Updated: September 28, 2026
Updated: September 28, 2026
Poker Terms A–Z
Gutshot
A gutshot is an inside straight draw that needs one specific rank to complete a straight. It normally has four outs when all four cards of that rank remain unseen.
Example
You hold 8-7 on a J-10-4 flop. A 9 completes your straight, so you have a gutshot straight draw.