Martingale may refer to:
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Martingale (probability theory)
In probability theory, a martingale is a stochastic process in which the expected value of the next observation, given all prior observations, is equal to the most recent value. In other words, the conditional expectation of the next value, given ...
, a stochastic process in which the conditional expectation of the next value, given the current and preceding values, is the current value
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Martingale (tack) for horses
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Martingale (collar) for dogs and other animals
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Martingale (betting system), in 18th century France
*a
dolphin striker, a spar aboard a sailing ship
*In the sport of
fencing
Fencing is a combat sport that features sword fighting. It consists of three primary disciplines: Foil (fencing), foil, épée, and Sabre (fencing), sabre (also spelled ''saber''), each with its own blade and set of rules. Most competitive fe ...
, a martingale is a strap attached to the sword handle to prevent a sword from being dropped if disarmed
*In the theatrical lighting industry, ''martingale'' is an obsolete term for a
twofer, or occasionally a threefer
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Martingale (clothing), a strap controlling the fullness of the clothing material.
See also:
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Martin Gale, English-Irish artist
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