Tipster: meaning, definitions and examples
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tipster
[ ˈtɪpstər ]
gambling
A person who gives information about the likely winners in a race or competition, especially for a share of the winnings.
Synonyms
advisor, forecaster, predictor
Examples of usage
- The tipster predicted the horse would win the race.
- She is a well-known tipster in the world of sports betting.
informal
A person who is in the know about the latest trends, news, or gossip.
Synonyms
gossipmonger, informant, insider
Examples of usage
- She's the office tipster when it comes to celebrity gossip.
- He's the tipster for all things tech-related in our group.
Translations
Translations of the word "tipster" in other languages:
🇵🇹 informante
🇮🇳 सूचना देने वाला
🇩🇪 Tippsgeber
🇮🇩 penyaran
🇺🇦 інформатор
🇵🇱 informator
🇯🇵 チップスター
🇫🇷 informateur
🇪🇸 informador
🇹🇷 bilgi veren
🇰🇷 정보 제공자
🇸🇦 مُخْبِر
🇨🇿 informátor
🇸🇰 informátor
🇨🇳 消息提供者
🇸🇮 informator
🇮🇸 upplýsingar
🇰🇿 ақпарат беруші
🇬🇪 ინფორმატორი
🇦🇿 məlumat verən
🇲🇽 informante
Word origin
The term 'tipster' originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the word 'tip' meaning a piece of advice or information. Initially used in the context of horse racing, the term has evolved to encompass individuals who provide insights or predictions in various fields, including sports betting and general knowledge. The modern usage of 'tipster' reflects the importance of expertise and insider information in making informed decisions.