betting
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B2
/ˈbɛtɪŋ/
(bet)
risking money
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bet' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bette,' where it meant 'to pledge or stake.'
Historical Evolution
'bette' transformed into the modern English word 'bet' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pledge or stake,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to risk something on an uncertain outcome.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42