Poker glossary
Dealer
The dealer is the person handling the cards and controlling game flow.
Full explanation
The dealer is the person handling the cards and controlling game flow.
Explanation. In casino or home games, the dealer button marks who deals and determines positions (blinds, order of action). The actual person dealing may be a house dealer or rotating player. The term reflects both the role and the physical button. Understanding dealer position is central to knowing positional advantage and blind rotations.