What is the meaning of smart money?

noun

  • Money bet or invested by experienced gamblers or investors (especially if they have inside information. )
  • Law) compensation in excess of actual damages (a form of punishment awarded in cases of malicious or willful misconduct. ()
  • People who are highly experienced or who have inside information.
    • usage: "the smart money said Truman would lose the election"
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