side money

noun

1. (in a poker game) the money or chips in a side pot.

Word History and Origins

Origin of side money¹

An Americanism dating back to 1925–30

Example Sentences

"It's just pushed to the side. Money is always a stress for me."

From BBC

“I’m not off the truck yet. I’m still on the job on my knees fixing carpets, but it’s been good side money,” Nolan said.

From Los Angeles Times

"That's when I realised that it could actually be something that could make me a little bit of side money," Mr Cirant explained.

From BBC

And he still wants side money for various things and an array of foods to eat.

From Los Angeles Times

In Georgia, he became a skilled barber and was able to earn enough side money to emancipate himself.

From Washington Post