Gamble: meaning, definitions and examples

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gamble

 

[ หˆษกรฆmbษ™l ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

taking risks

To play games of chance for money; to bet on an uncertain outcome. Gambling involves risking money on an event with an uncertain result, with the hope of winning more money.

Synonyms

bet, risk, speculate, wager

Examples of usage

  • He liked to gamble at the casino on weekends.
  • She gambled all her savings on the stock market.
  • I don't like to gamble because I prefer to save my money.
  • Many people enjoy gambling as a form of entertainment.
  • Gambling can become addictive if not done responsibly.
Context #2 | Noun

games of chance

An activity where people play games for money, risking the outcome on chance. Gambling can involve various games such as poker, roulette, blackjack, etc.

Synonyms

betting, gaming, risk-taking, wagering

Examples of usage

  • The city is known for its vibrant gambling scene.
  • Many states have legalized gambling to boost tourism.
  • Gambling can be a fun pastime if done in moderation.
  • People often visit Las Vegas for its gambling opportunities.
  • Gambling addiction can have serious consequences.

Translations

Translations of the word "gamble" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น apostar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช spielen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berjudi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hazardowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฎใƒฃใƒณใƒ–ใƒซใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jouer

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ jugar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kumarda oynamak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„๋ฐ•ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠูู‚ุงู…ูุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hazardovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hazardovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ตŒๅš

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kockati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ veรฐja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะผะฐั€ ะพะนะฝะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ–แƒแƒ แƒขแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜ แƒ—แƒแƒ›แƒแƒจแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qumar oynamaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ jugar

Etymology

The word 'gamble' originated from the Old English word 'gamen', which meant 'game'. Over time, the term evolved to include the aspect of risk and chance, leading to its current usage in the context of gambling. The concept of gambling has been prevalent in various societies throughout history, with different forms of games of chance being played for entertainment and profit. Today, gambling is a popular activity in many cultures, with casinos, online betting, and other forms of wagering being widespread.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,418, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.