overcall
/ˈəʊvəˌkɔːl//ˈoʊvɚˌkɔl/
noun
- 1
A call which occurs after another player has already called
- 2
(contract law) An additional contribution required of investors beyond the initial investment, should unforeseen expenses arise.
- 3
An extra amount called up beyond the minimum required.
- 4
An additional creative product that a producer can require at the producer's option during the contract period.
- 5
A positive diagnosis when there is, in fact, nothing wrong.
verb
- 1
To call a bet after another player has already called
“Jill bet, Tommy called, and Julie overcalled.”
- 2
To diagnose a condition that does not, in fact, exist.
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