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gambling

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɡæmblɪŋ/

gambling means: The activity of risking money on a game or uncertain result to try to win more money.

noun

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The activity of risking money on a game or uncertain result to try to win more money.

  • Gambling can cost you a lot of money.
  • He lost his savings through online gambling.
  • The town has strict rules against gambling.

Similar words: betting, wagering

Common phrases: online gambling, gambling addiction, illegal gambling

Questions about gambling

What does gambling mean?

The activity of risking money on a game or uncertain result to try to win more money.

What is gambling in other languages?

Türkçe: kumar · Español: juego de azar · Français: jeux d’argent · Deutsch: Glücksspiel · Italiano: gioco d’azzardo · 日本語: 賭博

How do you pronounce gambling?

It is pronounced /ˈɡæmblɪŋ/.

How do you use gambling in a sentence?

Gambling can cost you a lot of money. He lost his savings through online gambling.

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