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Meaning of go for the gloves | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To bet against a racehorse on the chance of its losing, without having the wherewithal to pay if it wins.

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

go for the gold go for the jugular go for the jugular vein go for the kill go for the throat go for your life