Meaning of the word betting in English

What does betting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

betting

US /ˈbet̬.ɪŋ/

UK /ˈbet.ɪŋ/

the action of gambling money on the outcome of a race, game, or other unpredictable event.

Example:

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He lost a lot of money on horse betting.

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Online betting has become very popular.

Synonym:

gambling wagering staking gaming punting

to risk money on the outcome of an event or game

Example:

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Are you betting on the game tonight?

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I'm betting that it will rain tomorrow.

Synonym:

gamble wager stake punt risk