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.
It seems that politicians, like ordinary citizens, are conflicted about gambling.
He owned several bars in the city and ran an illegal gambling joint.
He is accused of misappropriating $30 000 to pay off gambling debts.
Her new book gives a historical account of gambling.
The gambling resort attracts thousands of visitors each year.
