# dutching

Pronunciation: say "DUCH-ing" /ˈdʌt͡ʃɪŋ/

## Noun

1. The practice of placing bets across multiple possible outcomes (the Dutch book technique) so that a return is secured whichever outcome occurs.
   - Simple: A betting method where you back several results so you win the same amount whichever one happens.
   - _Professional bettors rely on dutching to lock in returns no matter which contender prevails._
   - _Through dutching, the syndicate covered every runner in the race and still turned a profit._

## Verb

2. Present participle of dutch. — present participle and gerund of dutch
   - Simple: The -ing form of dutch. Use it after am, is, are, was or were, or to name the action.
   - _By dutching across all the favorites, the gambler minimized his exposure._
   - _The syndicate is dutching the championship futures to lock in a margin._

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