punter

/ˈpʌntər/
noun
  1. A person who bets money, especially on horse races or sports.
    • The punter placed a large bet on the favorite horse.
    • The bookmaker kept a record of each punter's wagers.
    • Many punters lost money when the underdog won the race.
  2. A customer or client, especially in informal contexts.
    • The market stall attracted plenty of punters looking for bargains.
    • The pub was full of punters enjoying the live music.
    • The taxi driver picked up a punter outside the train station.
  3. In American football, a player who kicks the ball to the opposing team.
    • The team's punter was known for his powerful leg.
    • A good punter can change the field position for his team.
    • The punter kicked the ball 50 yards down the field.
  4. A person who pushes a punt (a flat-bottomed boat) with a pole.
    • The experienced punter avoided the shallow areas with ease.
    • The punter guided the boat slowly along the river.
    • Tourists hired a punter to take them on a canal tour.
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