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piker

 

[ หˆpaษช.kษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gambling slang

A piker is a person who plays at a low level in gambling or investment contexts, often implying that they are frugal or risk-averse. This term originates from the gambling world where a 'piker' is someone who bets small amounts of money but may have a knack for avoiding losses. The word carries a connotation of being financially cautious or lacking in confidence to take larger risks. It is often used in a derogatory sense to describe someone who doesn't fully engage in risks or competitions.

Synonyms

cheapskate, miser, tightwad

Examples of usage

  • He's such a piker; he never bets more than a dollar.
  • In high-stakes poker, a piker stands out as they only play for small pot sizes.
  • Don't be a piker; take a chance and go for the big win!

Translations

Translations of the word "piker" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น piker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ€เค•เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Piker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ piker

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะบะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ piker

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใ‚คใ‚ซใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท piker

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ piker

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท piker

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”ผ์ปค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุชุฑุฏุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ piker

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ piker

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅๅ•ฌ้ฌผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ piker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ piker

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะธะบะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ piker

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ piker

Etymology

The term 'piker' has its roots in American slang from the late 19th century. It is believed to have originated from the word 'pike', which referred to a type of gambling where bets were kept minimal. In this context, a 'piker' was someone who would only place small bets, often to avoid significant losses. The usage of the word has evolved over time and has also been incorporated into general vernacular to describe anyone who is seen as overly conservative with money or reluctant to engage fully in competitive endeavors. Its associations with gambling led to a broader application in finance and investment, where it continues to carry the implication of someone who is risk-averse or overly cautious. As language and culture evolve, so does the meaning and connotation of terms like 'piker', reflecting societal attitudes toward risk and responsibility.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,539, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.