Staunton Gambit

noun

A chess opening gambit characterized by the moves 1.d4 f5 2.e4.

Meanings

nounStaunton Gambit (plural Staunton Gambits)

plural Staunton Gambits

  1. board gamesA chess opening gambit characterized by the moves 1.d4 f5 2.e4.
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