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Definition of bookmaker

bookmaker

/ˈbʊkˌmeɪk.ər/
book · mak · er
Plural:bookmakers
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bookmaker Lexical Profile

bookmaker Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A person or organization whose occupation is to determine odds, accept and record bets (especially on sporting events such as horse racing), and pay out winnings.

Example

"The licensed bookmaker adjusted the odds on the championship match after the star striker was injured."

2

An artisan or tradesperson who prints, binds, or physically constructs books.

Example

"The master bookmaker stitched the signatures together by hand before attaching the leather cover."

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• Nearby Words

booklet
booklight
booklike
bookmaker
bookmaking
bookmark
bookmarker

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 19th century as a compound of "book" and "maker," referring to the practice of "making a book"—keeping a written ledger of all wagers placed and odds offered on horse races.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bookmaker. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bookmaker
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