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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun One who spends freely and extravagantly, as for luxuries or entertainment.
  • noun One who gambles rashly or for high stakes.
  • noun An organization, such as a large corporation, that spends or invests liberally or rashly.

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  • noun a gambler who wagers large amounts of money, usually in a casino.

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  • noun a gambler who wagers large sums
  • noun one who spends lavishly and ostentatiously on entertainment

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