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赌博 — meaning in English

dǔ bó

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English meaning

  • gamble verb To bet money or stake something valuable on an uncertain outcome, especially in games of chance.
  • gambling noun The activity of betting money on games, sports, or other uncertain events, mixing skill and luck.

Senses

赌博 is used for these senses in English:

  • gamble A significant risk, undertaken with a potential gain.
  • gambling An activity characterized by a balance between winning and losing that is governed by a mixture of skill and chance, usually with money wagered on the outcome.

gamble — full definition

  1. verb To bet money or stake something valuable on an uncertain outcome, especially in games of chance.
  2. verb To take a chance on something uncertain, hoping for a good result.
  3. noun A risky decision or venture undertaken in hope of a payoff.
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