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bookie

 

[ ˈbʊki ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

betting

A bookmaker, especially one who takes bets illegally or takes bets from a large number of people.

Synonyms

bookie runner, bookmaker

Examples of usage

  • The bookie was arrested for running an illegal gambling operation.
  • I placed a bet with the bookie on the outcome of the match.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A person who arranges and accepts bets on behalf of others.

Synonyms

betting agent, betting broker, bookmaker

Examples of usage

  • My uncle works as a bookie and handles bets for his friends.
  • The bookie agreed to take my bet on the horse race.

Translations

Translations of the word "bookie" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corretor de apostas

🇮🇳 सट्टेबाज

🇩🇪 Buchmacher

🇮🇩 bandar taruhan

🇺🇦 букмекер

🇵🇱 bukmacher

🇯🇵 ブックメーカー (bukkumēkā)

🇫🇷 parieur

🇪🇸 corredor de apuestas

🇹🇷 bahisçi

🇰🇷 북메이커 (bukmeikeo)

🇸🇦 مراهن

🇨🇿 sázkař

🇸🇰 stávkar

🇨🇳 博彩经纪人 (bǒcǎi jīngjìrén)

🇸🇮 stavničar

🇮🇸 veðmálstjóri

🇰🇿 букмекер

🇬🇪 ბუქმეკერი (buqmēkeri)

🇦🇿 bukmeker

🇲🇽 corredor de apuestas

Word origin

The term 'bookie' is a colloquial and informal abbreviation of 'bookmaker', used to refer to a person who takes bets on various outcomes, especially in the context of gambling and sports betting. The practice of bookmaking dates back centuries, with bookies playing a significant role in facilitating betting activities. Over time, the term has become synonymous with individuals who accept and manage bets, often in a non-legal or informal setting.

See also: book, bookcase, booked, booking, bookish, bookkeeper, bookkeeping, booklet, bookmaker, bookrack, bookrest, books, bookshelf, bookshop, bookstand, bookstore, bookworm, ultrabook.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,618 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.