0 the activity of betting money, for example in a game or on a horse race:
1 the activity of risking money on the result of something, such as a game or horse race, hoping to make money:
He has asked lawmakers to approve his proposal to hold a referendum legalizing slot-machine gambling.
The gambling resort attracts thousands of visitors each year.
Her new book gives a historical account of gambling.
He is accused of misappropriating $30 000 to pay off gambling debts.
He owned several bars in the city and ran an illegal gambling joint.
It seems that politicians, like ordinary citizens, are conflicted about gambling.
