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Tight

From , former About.com Guide

Definition: A tight player plays very few hands, entering into pots only when he holds one of the very best poker hands.

Also Known As: rock
Examples:
Marty was such a tight hold'em player, you knew he had either pocket aces, kings, or queens when he raised before the flop.
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