betting

bet-ting · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The activity of risking money on the outcome of an event, especially a sporting event.

  2. 2.

    Present participle of bet.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    betting odds — The likelihood of an event as set by bookmakers.
  • •
    betting slip — A form used to place a bet.
  • •
    I'm betting — I'm fairly confident that.

Related words

See also: bet, bets, gambling, wager
Synonyms: gambling, wagering

Etymology

From bet + -ing. The origin of "bet" is uncertain.