gootsteenontstopper

Definitions of gootsteenontstopper
  1. noun
    mechanical device that has a plunging or thrusting motion
    synonyms: dompelaar, ontstopper, piston, plopper, zuiger
  2. noun
    someone who risks losses for the possibility of considerable gains
    synonyms: dompelaar, ontstopper, plopper, speculant
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    type of:
    avonturier, fortuinzoeker, gelukzoeker, goudzoeker, vrijbuiter
    a person who enjoys taking risks
    gokker
    a person who wagers money on the outcome of games or sporting events
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