gambit vs guerdon

gambit

verb
  • To sacrifice (a pawn or minor piece) to gain an advantage. 

noun
  • Any ploy or stratagem. 

  • An opening in chess in which a minor piece or a pawn is sacrificed to gain an advantage. 

  • A remark intended to open a conversation. 

guerdon

verb
  • To give such a reward to. 

noun
  • A reward, prize or recompense for a service; an accolade. 

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