unlikelybet

noun
UK /ʌnˈlaɪkli bɛt/
US /ʌnˈlaɪkli bɛt/

A bet that is not expected to win.

He placed an unlikelybet on the slowest horse in the race.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A guess or prediction that most people think is wrong.

Her unlikelybet that it would snow in June surprised everyone.

3. A risky choice with a small chance of success.

Investing in that tiny company was an unlikelybet.

4. A person or team that few expect to win.

The rookie was an unlikelybet for the championship.