I. gam-ˈbā-(ˌ)dō noun
( plural -does also -dos )
Etymology: perhaps modification of Italian gambale, from gamba leg
Date: circa 1656
: a horseman's legging
II. noun
( plural -does also -dos )
Etymology: modification of French gambade — more at gambol
Date: 1820
1. : a spring of a horse
2. : caper , gambol