IPA: //ˈɡæmblər//
KK: /ˈɡæmblər/
A person who plays games of chance for money, often risking their money in hopes of winning more.
The gambler placed a large bet on the poker table, hoping for a big win.
Gambler → The word 'gambler' originates from the French word 'gambler', meaning to play games of chance. It refers to a person who plays games of chance for money or stakes.
Think of someone who plays games of chance, as 'gambler' comes from the French word for playing games. This helps you remember that a gambler is someone who takes risks in games.