Meaning of 'stake'

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Meaning of ‘stake’

10 definitions found.

stake

noun

a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground

noun

instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning

noun

a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track)

Synonyms: post

noun

(law) a right or legal share of something

Synonyms: interest

noun

the money risked on a gamble

Synonyms: bet

verb

place a bet on

Synonyms: punt

verb

kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole

Synonyms: impale

verb

mark with a stake

Example: "stake out the path"

Synonyms: post

verb

tie or fasten to a stake

Example: "stake your goat"

verb

put at risk

Example: "I will stake my good reputation for this"

Synonyms: adventure

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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