oddsmaker

noun

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

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While the Dodgers were expected to fly high, the Padres have outpaced oddsmakers’ projections. Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2026 The Packers begin 2026 with the NFL fourth-longest losing streak, but the oddsmakers believe they’re set for a highly-successful season. Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026 Saturday’s performance, where Israel will try to win its fifth Eurovision in history (oddsmakers currently have the country fifth out of 25) is likely to bring more of those disturbances. Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026 It's been the oddsmakers' favorite for months now, and with good reason. Glen Weldon, NPR, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for oddsmaker

Word History

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 27 May. 2026.

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