PLAIN ENGLISH
What does Total / Over-Under mean?
The total, often called the over-under, ignores which team wins and focuses on the combined points, goals or runs relative to the sportsbook’s line.
IN THE WILD
How people use it
Used in sportsbooks, betting communities and gambling discussion.
EXAMPLE“The total closed at 47.5 and the game landed 45.”
ALSO USED AS
over-under · O/U