Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

betting-shop

Noun
/ˈbɛtɪŋ ʃɒp/
Definition
A betting shop is a retail outlet where people can place bets on various sports and events.
Examples
  • She visited the betting-shop to place her bets on the horse race.
  • Many betting-shops offer online services for convenience.
Meaning
A place that allows customers to wager money on the outcome of sports events, races, and sometimes non-sporting events.
Synonyms
  • wagering establishment
  • bookmaker