Otb

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Initialism of over-the-board. abbreviation, alt-of, initialism, not-comparable

    "Of course, you can say "adjust" or "I adjust" as well, but "J'adoube" is recognized worldwide as the same thing—this distinction could be important if you play against someone who doesn't speak your language in an OTB game."

  2. 2
    Initialism of on the button. abbreviation, alt-of, initialism, not-comparable
  3. 3
    Initialism of on the bum/butt. Internet, abbreviation, alt-of, initialism, not-comparable

    "Got the new pocket nappy OTB! Let's see if this one lasts the night."

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"Of course, you can say "adjust" or "I adjust" as well, but "J'adoube" is recognized worldwide as the same thing—this distinction could be important if you play against someone who doesn't speak your language in an OTB game."

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