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betting shop

American

noun

British.

a licensed bookmaking establishment that takes off-track bets on horse races.

betting shop British

noun

(in Britain) a licensed bookmaker's premises not on a racecourse

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Etymology

Origin of betting shop

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

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The sector is recovering from a year of cancelled sporting events and shuttered retail betting shops because of the pandemic.

From Reuters

Bookmakers have benefited from a surge in online betting during the pandemic, which has to some extent offset the hit from betting shops being shut down due to the restrictions.

From Reuters

There will be no bookmakers and betting shops are closed, but millions will still be wagered by punters from home.

From BBC

For example, betting shops, saunas, tattoo parlours and nail salons closed in Nottinghamshire.

From BBC

Many businesses are shuttered up, leaving a dreary residue of penny arcades, betting shops and charity outlets.

From BBC

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