A person willing to take risks or take a chance.
Chancer
Example Sentences
"He's a bit of a chancer."
"Don't be such a chancer."
Etymology & History
British term for opportunist, someone who takes risks. Irish origin, British adoption. 'Bit of a chancer!' describes unreliable opportunist.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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