English Explanatory Dictionary

high roller

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A gambler who wagers large amounts of money, usually in a casino.
  2. One who has a lot of money and lives luxuriously.

Pronunciation

/ˈhaɪ ˈɹəʊlə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-high roller.wav /ˈhaɪ ˈɹoʊlɚ/

Word forms

high roller high rollers high-roller

Etymology

A reference to a gambler rolling dice.

Synonyms

two week millionaire

Related words

whale
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