Stakes — synonyms, definition

1. stakes (Noun)

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stakes (Noun) — The money risked on a gamble.

stakes (Noun) — (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something. ex. "a stake in the company's future"

stakes (Noun) — A pole set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track). ex. "the corner of the lot was indicated by a stake"

stakes (Noun) — Instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning.

stakes (Noun) — A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground.

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2. stakes (Verb)

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stakes (Verb) — Put at risk. ex. "I will stake my good reputation for this"

stakes (Verb) — Place a bet on. ex. "I'm staking the new horse"

stakes (Verb) — Mark with a stake. ex. "stake out the path"

stakes (Verb) — Tie or fasten to a stake. ex. "stake your goat"

stakes (Verb) — Kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole. ex. "the enemies were staked and left to die"

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