verb
- to play games of chance for money or other stakes
- to take a risky action in hopes of a favorable outcome
noun
- an act or instance of gambling; a risky undertaking
Examples
- He gambles at the casino every weekend.
- She gambles with her savings by investing in startup companies.
- Taking that job was a big gamble, but it paid off.
- The team gambles on an aggressive strategy in the final quarter.
- He lost money on his gambles at the poker table.
- Buying a lottery ticket is a gamble most people lose.
- She gambles that the weather will be good for the outdoor event.