gambler

gam-bler · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A person who gambles, especially habitually or professionally.

  2. 2.

    A person who takes risks in hopes of gaining an advantage.

Forms

plural: gamblers

Related words

See also: betting, gamble, gambling
Synonyms: bettor, punter

Etymology

From gamble + -er (agent suffix). Gamble from Middle English gamenen (to play).