A punter is a term used to describe someone who places bets or wagers on an event, often in gambling situations. The term can also refer to a person who invests money into something with high risk and potential for high reward.
Usage examples
The bookmaker started attracting more punters by offering higher odds on football matches.
The eager punter carefully studied the racing form before placing bets on multiple horses.
The experienced punter decided to place a large wager on the underdog team in the basketball game.
The online casino provided a user-friendly interface to make it easier for punters to place bets.
The horse racing enthusiasts gathered at the track, each punter discussing their favorite pick for the upcoming race.
The seasoned punter was known for his ability to consistently predict the outcome of cricket matches.
The professional punter decided to place a combination bet, betting on the correct score and the first goal-scorer in a soccer match.
The enthusiastic punter used a strategy of doubling his bet after each loss in order to recover his previous losses.
The local pub had a dedicated area with screens and betting stations for punters to enjoy watching and placing bets on live sports events.
The bookmaker offered a variety of promotions and bonuses to entice new punters to open accounts and start betting.
A Norwich 1 - 0 correct score at Ladbrokes is trading at a price of 8/1 which may have some appeal for punters in this one. (football-bookmakers.com)
Not only has the indie drama starring Saoirse Ronan met with ecstatic reviews (until Monday it had a perfect 100 % score on Rotten Tomatoes), it has been a bona fide indie hit with punters in America (the UK release is February). (theguardian.com)
Not my cup of tea, I'll admit, but there's plenty of punters who lap that up — thereby increasing response rates & lowering net costs! (wexboy.wordpress.com)