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martingale

martingale

Noun

pl: martingales

In gambling, this term describes a high-risk strategy based on the mathematical assumption that a win is inevitable. It is often used in discussions of probability and risk management to illustrate the "gambler's fallacy," as the strategy can lead to rapid financial ruin if a long losing streak occurs or if the table has a betting limit.

In equestrian contexts, the term refers to a specific piece of tack. It is a technical term used by riders and trainers to describe equipment that manages a horse's posture, distinguishing it from other types of head-control gear like cavessons or tie-downs.

Meanings

Nounmartingale

A betting strategy in which a gambler doubles their bet after every loss, so that the first win recovers all previous losses plus a profit.

The gambler followed a strict martingale system, doubling his wager every time the roulette wheel landed on red.

Nounmartingale

A strap or chain used in horse harnesses to prevent the horse from raising its head too high.

The rider adjusted the martingale to keep the horse's head in a controlled position during the jump.

Examples

The casino banned him after he tried to use a martingale strategy to bankrupt the house.

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The casino banned him after he tried to use a martingale strategy to bankrupt the house.

I cannot believe you are using a martingale system on a game with a house edge.

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I cannot believe you are using a martingale system on a game with a house edge.

He lost his entire bankroll in minutes because the martingale failed during a long losing streak.

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He lost his entire bankroll in minutes because the martingale failed during a long losing streak.

The mathematician explained why the martingale is a flawed approach to gambling in the long run.

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The mathematician explained why the martingale is a flawed approach to gambling in the long run.

Check the leather on the martingale for any signs of wear before the competition.

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Check the leather on the martingale for any signs of wear before the competition.

The horse felt more secure once the trainer tightened the martingale.

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The horse felt more secure once the trainer tightened the martingale.

She carefully attached the martingale to the bridle to ensure better control over the stallion.

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She carefully attached the martingale to the bridle to ensure better control over the stallion.

Does this horse require a running martingale or a standing one for this event?

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Does this horse require a running martingale or a standing one for this event?

The rider felt the martingale snap just as they approached the final fence.

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The rider felt the martingale snap just as they approached the final fence.

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