gambling
Definition
Definition of gambling - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
bettingactivity of betting money on games of chance
Gambling is popular in casinos worldwide.
2.
riskrisky action with uncertain outcome
Starting a new business can be considered a form of gambling.
Adjective
1.
entertainmentrelated to or involved in gambling activities
He was caught in a gambling scandal.
2.
preoccupiedpreoccupied with games of chance
She had a gambling mindset, always seeking risks.
Discover expressions with "gambling"
problem gambling
n.difficulty in controlling gambling habits
gambling game
n.game involving risk of money or valuables
gambling den
n.place where people gamble illegally
gambling casino
n.place for gambling and entertainment activities
gambling hell
n.place where people gamble
gambling system
n.plan to win more money when gambling
More expressions:
- Investing in stocks is often seen as gambling.
- His decision to move abroad was a bit of gambling.
gamble
Noun
1.
riskrisky action taken for potential gain
Starting the business was a big gamble.
2.
betbet or wager involving risk
He placed a gamble on the horse race.
Verb
1.
risk-takingtake a risk for a positive outcome
He decided to gamble on the new business idea.
2.
casino gamesplay games of chance for money
They love to gamble at the casino every weekend.
3.
bettingrisk money on an event's outcome
She gambled her savings on the horse race.
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take a gamble
v.risk something uncertain hoping for a favorable outcome
gamble away
v.lose something by gambling
gamble on
v.take risky action in hope of desired result
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