Gable vs. Gamble — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Gable and Gamble
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Gable
A gable is the generally triangular portion of a wall between the edges of intersecting roof pitches. The shape of the gable and how it is detailed depends on the structural system used, which reflects climate, material availability, and aesthetic concerns.
Gamble
To bet on an uncertain outcome, as of a game or sporting event.
Gable
The triangular upper part of a wall at the end of a ridged roof
A house with mock-Tudor gables
Gamble
To play a game for stakes, especially a game whose outcome is at least partly determined by chance.
Gable
The generally triangular section of wall at the end of a pitched roof, occupying the space between the two slopes of the roof.
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Gamble
To take a risk in the hope of gaining an advantage or a benefit.
Gable
The whole end wall of a building or wing having a pitched roof.
Gamble
To engage in reckless or hazardous behavior
You are gambling with your health by continuing to smoke.
Gable
A triangular, usually ornamental architectural section, as one above an arched door or window.
Gamble
To put up as a stake in gambling; wager.
Gable
(architectural element) The triangular area at the peak of an external wall adjacent to, and terminating, two sloped roof surfaces (pitches).
Gamble
To expose to hazard; risk
Gambled their lives in a dangerous rescue mission.
Gable
(archaic) A cable.
Gamble
A bet, wager, or other gambling venture.
Gable
A cable.
Gamble
An act or undertaking of uncertain outcome; a risk
I took a gamble that stock prices would rise.
Gable
The vertical triangular portion of the end of a building, from the level of the cornice or eaves to the ridge of the roof. Also, a similar end when not triangular in shape, as of a gambrel roof and the like.
Gamble
A bet or wager.
I had a gamble on the horses last weekend.
Gable
The vertical triangular wall between the sloping ends of gable roof
Gamble
A significant risk, undertaken with a potential gain.
Gable
United States film actor (1901-1960)
Gamble
A risky venture.
The sailors had taken many gambles with the sea and always won.
Gamble
To take a risk, with the potential of a positive outcome.
Gamble
To play risky games, especially casino games, for monetary gain.
Mark won half a million dollars gambling on horses.
Gamble
(transitive) To risk (something) for potential gain.
He gambled his reputation on the outcome.
Gamble
To interact with equipment at a casino
Gamble
To play or game for money or other stake.
Gamble
To lose or squander by gaming; - usually with away.
Gamble
An act of gambling; a transaction or proceeding involving gambling; hence, anything involving similar risk or uncertainty.
Gamble
Money that is risked for possible monetary gain
Gamble
A risky act or venture
Gamble
Take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome;
When you buy these stocks you are gambling
Gamble
Play games for money
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