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Definition of bookmaking

bookmaking

/ˈbʊkˌmeɪ.kɪŋ/
book · mak · ing
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bookmaking Lexical Profile

bookmaking Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The occupation or business of setting odds, accepting bets, and paying out winnings on sporting or other events.

Example

"Recent legislation has legalized online sports bookmaking across several states."

2

The craft, trade, or process of designing, printing, and binding books.

Example

"She enrolled in a workshop on traditional artisanal bookmaking and letterpress printing."

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• Nearby Words

booklight
booklike
bookmaker
bookmaking
bookmark
bookmarker
bookmobile

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