gambler

/ˈɡæmblər/
noun
  1. A person who plays games of chance for money, often regularly or habitually.
    • Professional gamblers study odds and statistics to improve their chances.
    • She is a cautious gambler who never bets more than she can afford to lose.
    • The gambler spent every weekend at the horse racing track.
  2. A person who takes risks, especially in business or finance, hoping for large gains.
    • The real estate gambler bought several properties during the market downturn.
    • He's a gambler at heart, always investing in risky startups.
    • The stock market gambler made a fortune by betting on volatile tech stocks.
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