oddsmaker

noun

odds·​maker ˈädz-ˌmā-kər How to pronounce oddsmaker (audio)
Synonyms of oddsmakernext
: one who figures betting odds

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As Pate explains - seemingly every week - the JP Poll power rates teams based on whether or not they would be favored over another team on a neutral field according to oddsmakers in Vegas. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026 One such measure introduced by the CFTC would force affiliated trading arms to receive last priority at every price in the order book, thereby giving priority to independent oddsmakers. — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 6 Oct. 2026 The Patriots are currently the betting favorite to win today’s NFL matchup, according to oddsmakers. — Tim Chan, HollywoodReporter, 20 Sep. 2026 The Bills and Ravens have been slotted as the AFC favorites at most sportsbooks, while the Chargers and Chiefs are also ahead of the Patriots, according to some oddsmakers. — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oddsmaker

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First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of oddsmaker was in 1931

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“Oddsmaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oddsmaker. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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