gamble


gamble (http://definr.com/gamble)

     n 1: money that is risked for possible monetary gain
     2: a risky act or venture
     v 1: take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome; "When you
          buy these stocks you are gambling" [syn: chance, risk,
           hazard, take chances, adventure, run a risk, {take
          a chance}]
     2: play games for money