betting basics

Vigorish

The commission or margin built into the odds by a bookmaker, ensuring they profit regardless of the outcome.

Definition

The commission or margin built into the odds by a bookmaker, ensuring they profit regardless of the outcome.

Example

A standard -110 line on both sides of an NFL spread means the book takes roughly 4.5% vig.

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