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Meaning of the word gamble in English

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

gamble

US /ˈɡæm.bəl/
UK /ˈɡæm.bəl/
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Verb

1.

play games of chance for money; bet.

Example:
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He likes to gamble on horse races.
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Many people gamble away their savings.
Synonym:
betwagerpuntspeculaterisk
2.

take a risky action in the hope of a desired result.

Example:
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He decided to gamble on a new business venture.
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We had to gamble on the weather for our outdoor event.
Synonym:
riskventurechancespeculatehazard

Noun

1.

an act of gambling; an enterprise undertaken or attempted with a risk of loss and a chance of profit or success.

Example:
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It was a big gamble to invest all his money in that startup.
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His decision to move abroad was a huge gamble.
Synonym:
riskventurespeculationbetwager
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gamblinggamble on