gamesters

noun

plural of gamester
as in gamblers
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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gamblers
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  • Athletes and coaches say they’re being harassed by gamblers more than ever.
    — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Other gamblers just don’t want to get swindled, so anything that smacks too clearly of insider trading can get you in trouble.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of gamblers
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