Meaning Of The Word Gambit

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gambit
countable noun: A gambit is a remark which you make to someone in order to start or continue a conversation with them.
countable noun: A gambit is an action or set of actions, which you carry out in order to try to gain an advantage in a situation or game.

gambit in American English
an opening in which a pawn or other piece is sacrificed to get an advantage in position
noun: an opening in which a player seeks to obtain some advantage by sacrificing a pawn or piece

gambit in British English
noun: an opening move in which a chessman, usually a pawn, is sacrificed to secure an advantageous position

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