Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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stake | Yes | No | Yes | No |
gamble | Yes | No | Yes | No |
stake (noun) | gamble (noun) |
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a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground | a risky act or venture |
instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning | money that is risked for possible monetary gain |
a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) | |
the money risked on a gamble | |
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something |
stake (verb) | gamble (verb) |
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place a bet on | play games for money |
mark with a stake | take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome |
tie or fasten to a stake | |
kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole | |
put at risk |