punter

• Существительное с несколькими значениями: человек, управляющий лодкой с помощью шеста; футболист, который бьёт по мячу, роняя его с рук и касаясь ногой до того, как он коснётся земли; или человек, делающий ставки.

A noun with multiple meanings: a person who propels a boat with a pole; a football player who kicks the ball by dropping it from the hands and contacting it with the foot before it hits the ground; or someone who places bets.

1. Boat operatorB2formalbritish

   A person who propels a boat, typically a flat-bottomed boat, using a long pole.

   Лодочник с шестом

   • The punter skillfully guided the boat along the river.
   • Tourists often hire a punter for a ride on the Cam.
   • The punter used the pole to push off from the riverbed.

2. Football kickerB2formalamericansport

   In American or Canadian football, a player who kicks the ball by dropping it from their hands and contacting it with their foot before it hits the ground.

   Пантер

   • The punter kicked the ball 50 yards down the field.
   • The team's punter is known for his powerful leg.
   • The punter's kick pinned the opponents deep in their own territory.

3. Bettor or gamblerB2informalbritish

   A person who places bets, especially on horse races or other sporting events.

   Игрок на ставках

   • The punter placed a large bet on the favorite horse.
   • Bookmakers often study the behavior of the average punter.
   • The punter was disappointed when his horse lost the race.

   Синонимыbackerbettorgamblerspeculatorwagerer