n. Function: verb
1 to engage in a game of chance for something of value FF1C; swore he would never gamble for high stakes again FF1E;
Synonyms: bet, game, lay, play, put (on), set, stake, wager
Related Words: chance, hazard, lot, risk, speculate, venture
Idioms: buck the odds, take a flyer (on), try one's luck
2 to take a chance on something FF1C; gambled on the train being late FF1E;
Synonyms: chance, hazard, risk, venture; compare VENTURE 1
Related Words: brave, challenge, dare, defy, face; endanger, imperil, jeopardize
Idioms: go it blind, take a chance ( or one's chances), tempt fortune, trust to luck