placegetter

English

noun
Definitions
  • (Australia) A race competitor or competition entrant who or that places among the top three (or other number chosen to receive recognition and/or a prize), or in a specified position (place).
  • (horse racing) A horse that finishes among the first three of a race, or in a specified place.

Etymology

Compound from English place + English getter.

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English

getter

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