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bookmaker

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun bookmaker has 2 senses
  1. bookmaker - a maker of books; someone who edits or publishes or binds books
    --1 is a kind of
    maker, shaper
  2. bookmaker, bookie - a gambler who accepts and pays off bets (especially on horse races)
    --2 is a kind of gambler

Definitions from the Web

Term: Bookmaker

Description:

A bookmaker refers to an individual or organization that accepts and pays off bets on various events, typically related to sports, on which people can place wagers. Bookmakers play a crucial role in the gambling industry, setting odds and calculating payouts for different outcomes.

Examples:

Noun - Person:

1. John works as a bookmaker at the local betting shop.

2. The bookmaker examined the stats and set the odds for the upcoming soccer match.

Noun - Organization:

1. Many online bookmakers offer attractive welcome bonuses to attract new customers.

2. The bookmaker's website crashed due to overwhelming betting activity during the horse racing event.

Noun - Industry:

1. The bookmaker's industry thrives on the excitement and unpredictability of sports.

2. The revenue generated by the bookmaking industry continues to grow steadily each year.

Verb - Gambling:

1. He bookmakes on the side to supplement his income from his regular job.

2. The illegal bookmaking operation was shut down by law enforcement agencies.

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