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gamba
  • n  viol that is the bass member of the viol family with approximately the range of the cello
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gambia
  • n  a narrow republic surrounded by Senegal in West Africa
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gambier islands
  • n  a group of islands in the south central Pacific; part of French Polynesia
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gambit
  • n  an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker
  • n  a maneuver in a game or conversation
  • n  a chess move early in the game in which the player sacrifices minor pieces in order to obtain an advantageous position
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gamble
  • n  money that is risked for possible monetary gain
  • n  a risky act or venture
  • v  take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
  • v  play games for money
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gambler
  • n  a person who wagers money on the outcome of games or sporting events
  • n  someone who risks loss or injury in the hope of gain or excitement
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gambling
  • n  the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize)
    his gambling cost him a fortune
  • v  take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
    When you buy these stocks you are gambling
  • v  play games for money
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gambling casino
  • n  a public building for gambling and entertainment
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gambling contract
  • n  a contract whose performance by one party is contingent on the outcome of a bet; unenforceable by statute in most jurisdictions
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