as in gambler
one that bets (as on the outcome of a contest or sports event)
a casino with enough roulette wheels, blackjack tables, and slot machines to satisfy even the most die-hard gamester
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gambler
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The debate went nowhere until the mid-17th century, when a French gambler and intellectual socialite enlisted the help of mathematician Blaise Pascal.—
Jack Murtagh,
Scientific American,
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DeStefano said the betting experience has evolved over the years and now many gamblers are making their wagers on their phones.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Gamester.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gamester. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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