gambito — meaning in English
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English meaning
- gambit noun In chess, an opening move where a player deliberately gives up a pawn or piece to gain a stronger position.
Senses
gambito is used for these senses in English:
- gambit (chess) An opening in chess in which a minor piece or a pawn is sacrificed to gain an advantage.
gambit — full definition
- noun In chess, an opening move where a player deliberately gives up a pawn or piece to gain a stronger position.
- noun Any calculated move or strategy, especially one that involves an initial small sacrifice or risk for a later advantage.
- noun A remark made to start or steer a conversation.