punter

English

/ˈpʌn.tə(ɹ)/, /ˈpʌn.tɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • One who bets (punts) against the bank.
  • One who oars or poles a punt (pontoon).
  • One who punts a football.
  • (Australia) One who gambles. See speculator (speculator).
  • (British) A customer of a commercial establishment, frequently of a pub or (alternatively) of a prostitute.
  • (climbing) A beginner or unskilled climber.
  • The person who keeps score in basset or ombre.
  • (internet slang) A program used to forcibly disconnect another user from a network.

Etymology

Suffix from English punt.

Origin

English

punt

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