on the come

English

Adverb

on the come (not comparable)

1. (poker) Betting on cards that may come in the future.
   • 2006, Lou Krieger, The Poker Player's Bible:

     Players often bet when their hand needs to improve to win, this semi-bluff is known as "on the come."

2. (business) For compensation based on future success.

   He didn't mind not being on salary, with all of his compensation on the come.