noun.
A person or thing that takes or receives, often more than he or she gives.
noun.
One who is willing to participate in, or buy, something.
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noun.
one who takes a bet or wager
noun.
one who accepts an offer
Word Usage
"However, the penalty taker is just as likely (28.7 per cent of the time) to blast the ball straight in front of him as to hit it to the right or left."