Wagering

[wey-jer]

wa·ger

[wey-jer]
noun
1.
something risked or staked on an uncertain event; bet: to place a wager on a soccer match.
2.
the act of betting.
3.
the subject or terms of a bet.
4.
Early English Law. a pledge to make good one's cause by the supporting oaths of others or by battle.
verb (used with object)
5.
to risk (something) on the outcome of a contest or any uncertain event or matter; bet.
6.
History/Historical. to pledge oneself to (battle) for the decision of a cause.

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Wagering is always a great word to know.
So is doohickey. Does it mean:
a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
verb (used without object)
7.
to make or offer a wager; bet.

Origin:
1275–1325; Middle English wajour, wager solemn pledge < Anglo-French wageure, equivalent to wage(r) to pledge (see wage) + -ure -ure

wa·ger·er, noun
re·wa·ger, verb, noun
su·per·wa·ger, noun
un·wa·gered, adjective


1. stake, hazard, risk. 5. stake, venture.

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