Bet

/bɛt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An agreement between parties regarding the outcome of an event, typically involving a wager of money or something of value.

I placed a bet on the horse race at the track.

The amount of money or value wagered in such an agreement.

My bet was twenty dollars on the game.

verb

To stake a sum of money or something of value on the outcome of an event.

I bet that the home team will win the championship.

To make a prediction or assume something will happen.

I bet it will rain tomorrow based on the forecast.

Middle English 'bet', from Old English 'hyldan' meaning to have confidence.

You can bet on it

A phrase indicating certainty.

Bet your bottom dollar

An expression meaning absolute certainty.

Take a bet

To agree to a wager or gamble.

gamble

To take risky actions or bets.

wager

An agreement between parties regarding the outcome of an event.

stake

The amount of money or object risked in a bet.

Used to express agreement or affirmation.

Bet, I'll be there at 8!

A phrase indicating confidence in something happening.

It's gonna be lit, bet!

To imply that one is assured about a situation.

You betcha, I'm ready for that challenge!