Betting
/ˈbɛtɪŋ/
Synonyms
- gambling
- hazarding
- speculating
- staking
- wagering
Slang Meanings
Bookmaking
He's been bookmaking since college, taking bets from classmates.
Action
He's got a lot of action on the game tonight.
Chalk
The chalk favorites are always popular for betting.
Sharp
He's a sharp in the betting world, always making informed wagers.
Fade
I decided to fade the public and bet on the underdog.