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vigorish Definition


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vigorish
noun
    slang:
    1. A percentage of a gambler's winnings taken by the bookmaker, organizers of a game, etc.
    2. Excessive interest charged on a loan.
Etymology: Early 20c: probably Yiddish, from Russian vyigrysh profit or winnings.



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