Backgammon Glossary

Glossary

The most complete glossary of backgammon terms

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PRAT

Acronym for "Position, Race, And Threats," a guideline for making cube decisions. According to the guideline, a player should double if he has an advantage in two of the three areas. And his opponent should pass if the player who doubled has an advantage in all three areas. See post by Alan Webb.

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Blockade

A series of blocks arranged to prevent escape of the opponent's runners. The ideal blockade is a prime.

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