noun
Uncommon
gambler
Gambler (noun) means a person who bets money on games of chance or uncertain outcomes. Example: “The casino was full of gamblers hoping for a lucky night.”
noun
1
A person who bets money on games of chance or uncertain outcomes.
"The casino was full of gamblers hoping for a lucky night."
2
Someone who habitually takes big risks, whether or not money is involved.
"As an entrepreneur, she's always been a gambler, chasing bold ideas over safe ones."
How to use gambler
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who gambles, whether with cash at a casino or by taking risks in life.
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Word forms
- Plural
- gamblers
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Etymology
From gamble + the agent suffix -er.
Synonyms
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risk taker
Rhymes for gambler
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What does “gambler” mean?
The word “gambler” means a person who bets money on games of chance or uncertain outcomes. In plain terms, someone who gambles, whether with cash at a casino or by taking risks in life.
How do you use “gambler” in a sentence?
Here is “gambler” used in a sentence: “The casino was full of gamblers hoping for a lucky night.”
What part of speech is “gambler”?
“Gambler” is a noun.
Is “gambler” a common word?
“Gambler” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “gambler” have?
“Gambler” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who bets money on games of chance or uncertain outcomes.
