What does STAKE mean?

Stake

Part of Speech: Noun, verb

Definition:

• As a noun: a strong, pointed stick or post used for support or as a weapon; a share or interest in a business venture or enterprise; a sum of money or something else of value gambled on an uncertain outcome.
• As a verb: to mark an area with stakes; to support or secure with stakes; to risk or gamble something on an uncertain outcome.

Pronunciations:

• US: /steɪk/
• UK: /steɪk/

Origin and Usage: The word "stake" comes from the Old English word "staca," which means "a stake or post." The word has been in use since the 14th century. It has been used in various contexts such as agriculture, construction, and gambling.

Synonyms:

• Noun: pole, post, stick, peg, wager, bet, investment
• Verb: mark, secure, support, risk, gamble

Related Words:

• Shake
• Steak
• Takes
• Tasks
• Taste

Example Sentences:

• As a noun: She planted stakes to support the tomato plants. (source: [Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stake))
• As a verb: He staked the tent to the ground to prevent it from blowing away. (source: [Oxford Learners Dictionaries](https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/stake_2))