House (Casino term)

In the context of a casino, the term house refers to the casino itself. The house is the entity that operates the casino, sets the rules for the games, and collects the money from the players. The term house is often used to refer to the casino as a whole, as well as to the people who work at the casino and are responsible for running the games and managing the operations. In many casino games, the house has an advantage over the players, because the rules of the game are set in a way that gives the house a higher probability of winning. For example, in games like blackjack and roulette, the house has a built-in advantage because the rules of the game are designed to give the house a small edge over the players. This means that, over time, the house is expected to win more often than the players, even though individual players may win in the short term. The term house can also refer to the physical building where the casino is located.