A bobtail straight is slang for a 5‑card straight with one hole card and four board cards.
Explanation. For instance, single hole connecting with four flop cards—like holding 8 and flop is 9‑10‑J‑Q makes a bobtail. It’s weaker than concealed straights but still winning. Slang helps describe stud or Hold’em context and draw potential. Knowing bobtail references aids hand-read clarity.