a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) | a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground |
a reason for wanting something done | instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning |
the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.) | a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) |
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something | the money risked on a gamble |
(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims | (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something |
a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed | |
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something | |