overcall
/ˈəʊvəˌkɔːl/ · noun
Meaning
- A call which occurs after another player has already called
- (contract law) An additional contribution required of investors beyond the initial investment, should unforeseen expenses arise.
- An extra amount called up beyond the minimum required.
- An additional creative product that a producer can require at the producer's option during the contract period.
- A positive diagnosis when there is, in fact, nothing wrong.
- To call a bet after another player has already called
- To diagnose a condition that does not, in fact, exist.
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