Meaning of the word wager in English
What does wager mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wager
US /ˈweɪ.dʒɚ/
UK /ˈweɪ.dʒər/
Noun
an act of betting a sum of money on the outcome of an unpredictable event
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He placed a large wager on the horse race.
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The wager was that I couldn't finish the entire pizza by myself.
Verb
to bet (a sum of money) on the outcome of an unpredictable event
Example:
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I'm willing to wager that he won't show up.
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They decided to wager their entire savings on the lottery.
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