gamble

US /'ɡæmbl/

UK /'ɡæmbl/

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v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To play games to win money
I don't like to gamble with my money
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Dangerous or risky thing that might not go right
It's a gamble, but I think it will succeed
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To risk (money or something valuable) on a game or event of chance.
He gambled all his savings on a horse race.
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To take a risky action in the hope of a desired result.
The company decided to gamble on a new marketing strategy.

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