overlay

Definition

In betting, odds that are set way higher than they should be—essentially free money if you're lucky enough to spot it. In printing, a medieval hack for making some parts darker by layering paper. Betters love talking about overlays like they're spotting market inefficiencies.

Example Usage

That horse is a massive overlay at 10-to-1 odds given its track record.

Source: Betting industry terminology, printing jargon

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