Gambler
'ɡæmblər
Definitions
A person who risks money or other possessions on the outcome of a game, bet, or other uncertain event.
'ɡæmblər
A person who gambles.
The gambler placed a large bet on the horse race.
💡 Simply: A gambler is someone who likes to bet money or things on games or chances, like who will win a race or how many cards are in a hand. Imagine someone always betting on the coin flip during a game, they'd be a gambler!
👶 For kids: A gambler is someone who likes to play games and bets money or something else on winning.
More Examples
She's a known gambler, often seen in the poker room.
A compulsive gambler might spend all of their savings.
How It's Used
"He is a regular gambler at the casino."
"The law places restrictions on professional gamblers."
Idioms & expressions
high roller
A person who gambles large amounts of money, often in casinos or other high-stakes environments.
"The casino caters to high rollers with special suites and exclusive games."
take a gamble
To risk something on the outcome of an uncertain event.
"I decided to take a gamble and invest in the new tech startup."
From the verb 'gamble,' which entered English in the 16th century, likely from a term for 'to play games'. The word 'gamble' itself is of uncertain origin.
The term 'gambler' has been used since the 16th century. It's historically associated with playing cards, dice, and other games of chance.
Memory tip
Think of someone who is always taking a 'gamble' on something.
Word Origin
"A person who plays games for money or other things of value."