Meaning & Definition of word "Wager"

Wager

/ˈweɪdʒər/

1. A risk or stake placed on the outcome of an event, typically in gambling.
- Example: He made a wager on the winning horse in the race.
2. An arrangement in which something is risked or put on the line for the chance to win something greater.
- Example: Their wager was a dinner at the finest restaurant in town.

1. To bet or stake something on the outcome of an event.
- Example: She decided to wager $50 on the basketball game.
2. To make a statement or claim about something that involves risk or uncertainty.
- Example: I wager that it will rain tomorrow.

Middle English 'wei' meaning 'to weigh' or 'to consider' plus 'ger' from Old French 'gage', meaning 'pledge'.

lay a wager:

to place a bet on something.

wager of sin:

A bet made when one risks their values or morals.

wager against:

To bet on the opposite outcome of something.

bet:

An agreement to risk something on the outcome of an event.

gamble:

To take risky action in hopes of a desirable outcome.

Meaning: Put money down

Example Sentence: I'm going to put money down on that game.

Meaning: Place a bet

Example Sentence: Let's place a bet on the next match.