betting
English meaning: Betting
Definition
To stake or pledge upon the outcome of an event; to wager.
Example
“He lost a lot of money betting on the horses.”
Another example: “Online betting has grown rapidly over the past decade.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Neutral to informal; the present participle and gerund of 'bet', referring to gambling on outcomes. Common in sport, gambling and casual speech ('I'm betting on the home team'). Often interchangeable with 'gambling' or 'wagering'.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
From 'bet' (16th century, of uncertain origin, possibly from 'abet') plus '-ing'.
Synonyms
- indulgent
- dissipated
- sporting
- gambling
- card-playing
Related Words
Common Collocations
- sports betting
- online betting
- betting shop
- betting odds
- heavy betting
- betting on
Word Forms
bet (v & n); bet or betted; betting; bettor (n)
Word Tools
Literary Heritage
“To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”
/To thine own self be true/
“Be honest with yourself — and as naturally as night follows day, you will be unable to be false to others.”
“I'm nobody! Who are you? Are you nobody, too?”
/I'm nobody! Who are you?/
“I am nobody — and that quiet anonymity is more honest than the noise of public fame.”
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