bettor

noun

bet·​tor ˈbe-tər How to pronounce bettor (audio)
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: one that bets

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Thousands of bettors were at the race track last weekend. bettors on the horse race have to place their bets at least 20 minutes before the start of the race
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While there are responsible sports bettors out there, young investors should understand the risks and costs of mixing their wagers with their long-term financial plans. — Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026 Thankfully, Samuel Basallo and Nathaniel Lowe provide bettors with eye-catching odds to hit home runs in favorable matchups and homer-friendly ballparks tonight. — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 New Federal Reserve Bank of New York research determined there was a 10% increase in delinquent payment rates of bettors. — Brianne Doura-Schawohl, Baltimore Sun, 19 Aug. 2026 The game recently expanded to allow bettors in the United Kingdom to participate. — Phil Helsel, NBC news, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bettor

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First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bettor was in 1616

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Betts' process
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bettor

noun
bet·​tor
variants or better
ˈbet-ər How to pronounce bettor (audio)
: one that bets
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