overcall

/ˈəʊvəˌkɔːl//ˈoʊvɚˌkɔl/

noun

  1. 1

    A call which occurs after another player has already called

  2. 2

    (contract law) An additional contribution required of investors beyond the initial investment, should unforeseen expenses arise.

  3. 3

    An extra amount called up beyond the minimum required.

  4. 4

    An additional creative product that a producer can require at the producer's option during the contract period.

  5. 5

    A positive diagnosis when there is, in fact, nothing wrong.

verb

  1. 1

    To call a bet after another player has already called

    Jill bet, Tommy called, and Julie overcalled.
  2. 2

    To diagnose a condition that does not, in fact, exist.

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