Definitions

1. noun

A person who plays a game of chance, especially one who tries to win at all costs.

“The gambler was seen as a gammoner by the other players in the high-stakes poker game.”

2. noun

A chess player who specializes in winning at the expense of style or finesse, often by sacrificing material for a strategic advantage.

“The gammoner’s aggressive opening move caught his opponent off guard, putting pressure on him to respond quickly.”