Answer:

buyin

AnswerCrossword Clue
BUYINEntry fee for a poker tourney
BUYINPoker tournament entrance fee
BUYINPoker tourney entry fee
BUYINPurchase.
BUYINFee to enter a poker game
BUYINStart of a poker game
BUYINPay to play, as poker
BUYINPoker entry fee
BUYINPut money up front to play poker
BUYINPoker player's initial investment
BUYINPoker tournament fee