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