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Definition of Gamble
1. Verb. Take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome. "When you buy these stocks you are gambling"
Generic synonyms: Assay, Attempt, Essay, Seek, Try
Specialized synonyms: Go For Broke, Luck It, Luck Through
Derivative terms: Adventure, Adventurer, Adventurer, Chance, Gambler, Hazard, Risk
2. Noun. Money that is risked for possible monetary gain.
3. Verb. Play games for money.
Specialized synonyms: Dice, Shoot Craps, Play, Bet, Play, Wager
Derivative terms: Gambler, Gambling
4. Noun. A risky act or venture.
Definition of Gamble
1. v. i. To play or game for money or other stake.
2. v. t. To lose or squander by gaming; -- usually with away.
3. n. An act of gambling; a transaction or proceeding involving gambling; hence, anything involving similar risk or uncertainty.
Definition of Gamble
1. Noun. A significant risk, undertaken with a potential gain. ¹
2. Noun. A risky venture ¹
3. Verb. To take a risk, with the potential of a positive outcome. ¹
4. Verb. To play risky games, especially casino games, for monetary gain. ¹
5. Verb. (transitive) To risk (something) for potential gain. ¹
6. Verb. To interact with equipment at a casino ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Gamble
1. to play a game of chance for money or valuables [v -BLED, -BLING, -BLES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Gamble
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