a horse going off at a higher price than he appears to warrant based on his past performances.

prices quoted the night before the race.

a race in which entries close a specific number of hours before running (such as 48 hours) as opposed to a stakes race for which nominations close weeks and sometimes months in advance.

extra weight carried by a horse when the rider cannot make the required weight.

betting a horse to win only.

claim of foul lodged by a rider.

odds of less than even money.

sign displayed when result is confirmed. Also racing official.

an off track refers to a wet racing surface.

finishing among the first four.