zocken — meaning in English

English meaning

• gamble verb To bet money or stake something valuable on an uncertain outcome, especially in games of chance.
• game noun An activity played for entertainment or competition, following a set of rules.

Senses

zocken is used for these senses in English:

• gamble To take a risk, with the potential of a positive outcome.
• gamble To play risky games, especially casino games, for monetary gain.
• game (intransitive) To play card games, board games, or video games.

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.

game — full definition

1. noun An activity played for entertainment or competition, following a set of rules.
2. adj Willing and ready to take part in something, especially something risky or new.
3. adj Showing determination to keep going despite injury or difficulty.
4. noun Wild animals hunted for food or sport.
5. verb To manipulate or exploit the rules of a system for personal advantage.

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