|  gambler 
 
 1. a person who wagers money on the outcome of games or sporting events (Freq. 1)
 • Derivationally related forms:
 gamble
 • Hypernyms:
 person, individual, someone, somebody, mortal, soul
 • Hyponyms:
 ex-gambler, bettor, better, wagerer, punter,
 bookmaker, bookie, crapshooter, croupier, high roller, loser,
 odds-maker, handicapper, shooter, crap-shooter, speculator, plunger,
 sporting man, winner
 2. someone who risks loss or injury in the hope of gain or excitement
 • Syn:
 risk taker
 • Derivationally related forms:
 gamble
 • Hypernyms:
 adventurer, venturer
 
 
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