Poker glossary
Short Buying
Short buying refers to buying in for less than full stack—often for cheap stakes.
Full explanation
Short buying refers to buying in for less than full stack—often for cheap stakes.
Explanation. In cash sessions, some players buy in short to test dynamics or conserve funds. While reducing variance, it limits postflop leverage and bluff potential. Understanding short-buy dynamics affects your approach when opponents commit less than full depth.