tipster

/ˈtɪpstər/
noun
  1. A person who gives advice or information, especially about which horse or team is likely to win a race or game, or about which stocks are likely to be profitable.
    • The racing tipster predicted the winner of the Kentucky Derby.
    • My uncle is a stock market tipster who shares investment advice with friends.
    • The sports tipster's website claimed an 80% success rate on football predictions.
  2. A person who secretly gives information to the police or authorities, especially about a crime.
    • The tipster's report led to the arrest of the suspect.
    • Police offered a reward for any tipster who could help solve the case.
    • An anonymous tipster called the police with information about the burglary.
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