punter

[US]/'pʌntə/
[UK]/'pʌntɚ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.boatman;one who propels a boat with a pole.

Example Sentences

A hostess in the doorway or a tout in the street will entice a punter with an unmissable offer.

The punter placed a bet on the horse race.

The punter won a large sum of money at the casino.

The punter enjoys trying his luck at different games.

The punter frequents the local pub for a pint.

The punter is knowledgeable about sports betting strategies.

The punter carefully studies the odds before placing a bet.

The punter is known for his risky bets.

The punter enjoys the thrill of gambling.

The punter lost all his money at the poker table.

The punter is considering placing a bet on the football match.

Real-world Examples

He's known for punters, a flat bottom boat that originated in Giethoorn.

Source: A Small Story, A Great Documentary

Often publishers, film bosses and other gatekeepers tackle this quandary on punters' behalves.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Although wonks are betting on a recession, many punters still hope one can be avoided.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Toilets are slightly less gruesome (though punters must often pay an extra fee to use the cleanest ones).

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Just like your average punter on " Paddy's day" .

Source: Global Food Tasting (Irish Accent)

Punters risk forking out royally for tickets only to hate the play.

Source: The Economist Culture

You know you have a punter's leg.

Source: The Romantic History of Mom and Dad Video Version (Season 2)

Retail punters, however, remain far more enthusiastic about Robinhood than regulators, which provides potential investors with an upside.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Since almost anything can be tokenised and sold if punters are willing, the craze stretches beyond pictures.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Here ordinary punters exchanged tips and could bet on the direction of favoured stocks for a tiny initial outlay.

Source: Economist Finance and economics

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