Meaning of the word stake in English

What does stake mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stake

US /steɪk/

UK /steɪk/

a strong wooden or metal post with a pointed end, driven into the ground to support a tree, form part of a fence, act as a boundary mark, etc.

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He drove a stake into the ground to mark the property line.

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The young tree was supported by a wooden stake.

Synonym:

post pole stick rod spike

a sum of money or something else of value gambled on the outcome of a risky game or venture

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He put his entire savings at stake in the business venture.

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The poker player raised the stake.

Synonym:

bet wager ante gamble risk

a share or interest in a business, property, or venture

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She holds a significant stake in the company.

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They bought a controlling stake in the rival firm.

Synonym:

share interest holding portion slice

to mark or secure with a stake or stakes

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They will stake out the boundaries of the new park.

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The explorers staked their claim on the newly discovered land.

Synonym:

mark demarcate claim assert secure

to risk (a sum of money or something else of value) on the outcome of a game or venture

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He decided to stake all his winnings on the next race.

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They were willing to stake their reputations on the success of the project.

Synonym:

bet wager gamble risk hazard