punter
1 Britishnoun
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a person who places a bet
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informal any member of the public, esp when a customer
the punters flock into the sales
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slang a prostitute's client
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slang a victim of a con man
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Example Sentences
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But on that day, the Wolverines’ punter could almost be forgiven for fumbling a long snap that came spiraling toward him in frigid autumn conditions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 20, 2026
Most notably, punter and nine-year veteran JK Scott was released alongside running back Jaret Patterson.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 31, 2026
One punter had placed a £100,000 bet on the course on I Am Maximus at odds of 8/1 to claim £900,000 in winnings.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2026
Retired punter Greg Coleman wrote on X that “one of the happiest moments of my time with the Vikings” was learning that Browner was going to be added to the punt team.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 30, 2026
It was safe to say I was a terrible punter, and after a little while, Wello told me it would be better if I stopped.
From "Endangered" by Eliot Schrefer
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