Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun gambler

2 senses of gambler

Sense 1
gambler -- (a person who wagers money on the outcome of games or sporting events)
       => person, individual, someone, somebody, mortal, soul -- (a human being; "there was too much for one person to do")

Sense 2
gambler, risk taker -- (someone who risks loss or injury in the hope of gain or excitement)
       => adventurer, venturer -- (a person who enjoys taking risks)