Poker term
Rebuy
Buying more chips in a tournament after losing them (or dropping below a threshold) during the rebuy period, keeping your seat. Older format; most modern events use re-entry instead.
Frequently asked questions
What is a rebuy in poker?
An optional extra purchase of chips during a defined early period, available when your stack falls to or below a set level — often the starting stack.
Why do rebuy tournaments play so wildly?
Because busting carries little cost while the rebuy period is open, so players gamble far more freely than they would in a freezeout. Play usually tightens sharply the moment the period closes.