bookie
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bookie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person or business that takes bets on sports and other events.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use bookie
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
illegal bookie
online bookie
bookie's odds
Etymology
A shortened, informal form of "bookmaker."
Full origin of bookie →Frequently asked questions
What does “bookie” mean?
The word “bookie” means a person or business that takes bets on sports and other events. In plain terms, an informal word for a bookmaker — someone who takes and pays out bets.
How do you pronounce “bookie”?
“Bookie” is pronounced BUU-kee (/ˈbʊki/ in IPA).
How do you use “bookie” in a sentence?
Here is “bookie” used in a sentence: “He put fifty pounds on the match with his local bookie.”
What part of speech is “bookie”?
“Bookie” is a noun.