What Does A Spread Mean In Betting?
In betting, a “spread” refers to the point spread, a handicap applied to level the playing field between two teams. The favorite team is given a negative spread (indicating how many points they need to win by), while the underdog is given a positive spread. Bettors wager on whether a team will “cover” the spread, meaning they win by more or less than the set point difference.
Synonyms for “Spread” (in Betting):
Point spread
Handicap
Betting line
Odds spread
Line of betting
Spread bet
Spread odds
Spread line
Wagering spread
Betting margin
Antonyms for “Spread” (in Betting):
Moneyline bet
Straight bet
Fixed odds
Parlay bet
Teaser bet
Prop bet
Total points bet
Over/under
Underdog odds
Even odds
Example Sentences:
The point spread for the game was set at 6.5 in favor of the home team.
If the favorite wins by more than the spread, they cover the bet.
Bettors often analyze the spread to determine which team has the advantage.
The spread can shift depending on injuries or betting trends.
He placed a wager on the underdog to cover the spread in the final minutes.
