gambling
noun [ U ] uk/ˈɡæm.blɪŋ/ us/ˈɡæm.blɪŋ/
B2 赌博，打赌
the activity of betting money, for example in a game or on a horse race
Gambling can be an addictive habit. 赌博是一种可以使人上瘾的习惯。
He had to borrow money to pay off his gambling debts. 他不得不借钱偿还赌债。
Synonym: gaming
Compare: betting
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- It seems that politicians, like ordinary citizens, are conflicted about gambling.
- He owned several bars in the city and ran an illegal gambling joint.
- He is accused of misappropriating $30 000 to pay off gambling debts.
- Her new book gives a historical account of gambling.
- The gambling resort attracts thousands of visitors each year.