BET

noun

Definition

That which is laid, staked, or pledged, as between two parties, upon the event of a contest or any contingent issue; the act of giving such a pledge; a wager. "Having made his bets." Goldsmith.

Other Definitions

This word also has 2 other definitions:

BET (adjective)

An early form of Better. [Obs.] To go bet, to go fast; to hurry. [Obs.] Chaucer.

BET (verb)

To stake or pledge upon the event of a contingent issue; to wager. John a Gaunt loved him well, and betted much money on his head. Shak. I'll bet you ...

Added: October 09, 2025 Updated: October 09, 2025

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