Antonyms for grubstaker


Grammar : Noun
Spell : gruhb-steyk
Phonetic Transcription : ˈgrʌbˌsteɪk


Definition of grubstaker

Origin :
  • "material, provisions, etc. supplied to an enterprise (originally a prospector) in return for a share in the profits," by 1876, American English, from grub + stake (v.).
  • As in backer : noun supporter
  • As in sponsor : noun person who helps, promotes
  • As in benefactor : noun donor
  • As in cash cow : noun dependable source of steady income
  • As in meal ticket : noun source of subsistence
  • As in underwriter : noun sponsor
  • As in financier : noun person who lends money, advises

Synonyms for grubstaker

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