gamble
Definition
- n. money that is risked for possible monetary gain
- n. a risky act or venture
- v. take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
- v. play games for money
Word forms
- Past tense
- gambled
- Present participle
- gambling
- Past participle
- gambled
- Third person singular
- gambles
Example sentences
n.
Many people enjoy the thrill of a gamble at the casino.
v.
He decided to gamble all his savings on that risky business venture.