Stake
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British pronunciation/stˈe‍ɪk/
American pronunciation/ˈsteɪk/

Definition & Meaning of "stake"

Stake
01

an amount of money invested in a business

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He sold his stake in the technology company for a substantial profit after its successful IPO.
She purchased a significant stake in the startup company to support its growth.
The venture capitalist decided to increase their stake in the biotech firm after positive clinical trial results.
02

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

03

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

04

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

05

the amount of money or other valuable asset that a player risks or wagers on a particular bet or game

What is a "stake"?

A stake is the amount of money that a person wagers or risks on a bet or gamble. It represents the player's financial commitment to the outcome of an event, such as a game, race, or sports match. The stake can vary depending on the individual’s preferences or the type of bet being placed. If the bet is successful, the person wins the stake back along with any additional winnings, but if the bet fails, they lose the stake. The term is commonly used in various types of gambling and betting.

06

a share or part in a business, system, etc. that may yield money

to stake
01

to tie or fasten something or someone securely to a stake for stability or control

Transitive: to stake sb/sth
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In the olden days, prisoners were often staked to the ground as a form of punishment.
The tents were staked securely to the ground to withstand the strong winds.
The dog was staked in the yard to prevent it from wandering off.
02

to risk or place money or valuables on the outcome of an event

Transitive: to stake a sum of money on sth
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The gambler staked everything on the final roll of the dice.
He staked $ 100 on the outcome of the horse race.
She staked a large sum in the casino, hoping for a big win.
03

to put something in a position where it is vulnerable to loss, harm, or failure

Transitive: to stake an abstract possession on sth
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The company staked its future on the success of the new technology.
The government staked its credibility on the new policy reforms.
He staked his reputation on the success of the new product launch.
04

to set or define the boundaries or limits of an area by placing markers

Transitive: to stake an area
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The workers staked the route for the new road to ensure clear guidelines.
The surveyor staked the land to mark the property boundaries.
The park rangers staked the camping area to keep hikers from venturing into restricted zones.
05

to pierce or injure someone or something by driving a pointed stake through it

Transitive: to stake sb/sth
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The executioner staked the prisoner as a form of punishment.
The attacker staked his victim with a sharp wooden pole.
The soldiers staked the enemy forces to prevent their retreat.
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He sold his stake in the technology company for a substantial profit after its successful IPO.
She purchased a significant stake in the startup company to support its growth.
The venture capitalist decided to increase their stake in the biotech firm after positive clinical trial results.
The family-owned business decided to sell a minority stake to raise funds for expansion.
The billionaire entrepreneur acquired a controlling stake in the struggling airline to turn it around.
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