Runner

word type: noun

A card that must be caught in order to win a hand. For example, holding 2-5 against A-K on a board of A-9-K requires "running fives," "running twos," or a "running 3-4" in order to win. Often used in the phrase "runner-runner," which describes cards coming on the turn and river.

Related Terms

Runner Runner, Backdoor, Suckout, Draw