stake (Meaning)
stake (n)
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something
a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track)
instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning
the money risked on a gamble
a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground
stake (v)
put at risk
place a bet on
mark with a stake
tie or fasten to a stake
kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole
stake (n.)
A territorial division; -- called also stake of Zion.
Synonyms & Antonyms of stake
stake Sentence Examples
- He drove a stake into the ground to secure his tent.
- The vampire was immobilized by a wooden stake through its heart.
- The rancher fenced his property with sturdy stakes.
- The gambler placed a large stake on the roulette table.
- The investor bought a significant stake in the company.
- The hunter set stakes for the deer in the forest.
- The criminals were put on trial for having a stake in the illegal operation.
- The politician's reputation was at stake in the upcoming election.
- The company's financial stake was dwindling rapidly.
- The children played hopscotch with colorful stakes.
FAQs About the word stake
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something, a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track
interest, share,claim, ownership, co-ownership, possession, title,partnership, part
defund,defund,,
He drove a stake into the ground to secure his tent.
The vampire was immobilized by a wooden stake through its heart.
The rancher fenced his property with sturdy stakes.
The gambler placed a large stake on the roulette table.
