Word
banker
US/ˈbæŋkɝ/
UK/bˈæŋkɐ/
Definitions
01finance professional
A2 · Elementary Countable noun
n. a person who manages or owns a bank, or someone who works in a high position in a bank.
n. an individual who conducts the business of banking, typically as an owner, director, or senior executive of a financial institution.
“The banker explained the different types of loans available to the small business owner.”
“After the financial crisis, the public's perception of the investment banker shifted from a respected professional to a symbol of corporate greed.”
Synonyms
02gambling/games
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. the person in a game who looks after the money and pays the winners.
n. the dealer or person in charge of the house funds in a casino or a gambling game.
“In our game of Monopoly, my sister always insists on being the banker.”
“The banker at the baccarat table managed the bets with a level of speed and precision that intimidated the novice players.”
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Antonyms
03a sure thing
C1 · Advanced Countable noun British English · Informal
n. something that is almost certain to happen or be successful.
n. a bet, choice, or outcome considered to be a certainty or a very safe option.
“The home team is a banker to win the match this weekend.”
“While most political races are unpredictable, this particular seat is seen as a banker for the incumbent party.”
Usage
Often used in the context of sports betting or political predictions.
Synonyms
04railway engine
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun British English · Technical
n. an extra train engine used to help push a heavy train up a hill.
n. a locomotive attached to the rear of a train to provide extra power for ascending a steep incline.
“The heavy freight train needed a banker to get over the mountain pass.”
“The railway company stationed a banker at the base of the incline to assist heavy coal trains during the winter months.”
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Etymology
From bank + -er, after French banquier.
From bank (“an elevation, or rising ground”) + -er (relational noun suffix) or + -er (occupational suffix).
From bank on + -er.
From bank (“an incline or hill”) + -er.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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