Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bettor
noun
/ˈbɛtər/
Definition
A person who places a bet, especially in gambling.
Examples
- The bettor placed a large wager on the championship game.
- Smart bettors often research statistics before making their bets.
- As a seasoned bettor, she understood the risks involved in gambling.
Meaning
The term ‘bettor’ refers to an individual who engages in the act of wagering money or something of value on the outcome of an event—most commonly sports or games of chance.
Synonyms
- wagerer
- gambler
- player
