bookie

/ˈbuːki/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who takes bets, especially on sports events, or a person who provides information on odds and betting lines.

“He made a living as a bookie, taking bets from people who couldn’t resist the allure of easy money.”

Synonyms

  • bookmaker
  • bookman
  • tote

Antonyms

  • saver
  • winner