oddsmaker

noun

odds·​maker ˈädz-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce oddsmaker (audio)
Synonyms of oddsmakernext
: one who figures betting odds

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Ten days ago, the FanDuel oddsmakers didn’t have a listing for the Royals’ playoff chances. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 25 Aug. 2026 His handicapping merited attention and newsletter sales, but Steele soon tired of tipping his own hand to the oddsmakers in Vegas. — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026 Team Coop does have shooters up and down its roster, led by another former league MVP in Stewart, so oddsmakers are expecting a higher-scoring game than in 2025. — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 25 July 2026 At least, that’s what oddsmakers and bettors appear to believe after LeBron James’ latest decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. — Tim Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for oddsmaker

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First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of oddsmaker was in 1931

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“Oddsmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oddsmaker. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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