what is a slow roll in poker

A slow roll in poker is when a player intentionally delays showing a winning hand at showdown or takes a long time to call a bet or raise with a very strong hand before showdown. It is considered bad etiquette and is frowned upon by other players at the table. Slow rolling can be done to antagonize an opponent or as a psychological tactic, but it is widely viewed as being unsportsmanlike and unethical. Slow rolling can also happen when a player intentionally takes a long pause before calling an all-in bet, even when holding an extremely strong or unbeatable poker hand.