Auction Definition

auction
noun
  1. a variety of bridge in which tricks made in excess of the contract are scored toward game; now generally superseded by contract bridge
  2. the public sale of something to the highest bidder
verb
  1. sell at an auction

"Auction" in song lyrics

See how auction is used in real songs:

  • "Oh please, I know butterfly wings ain't fit to auction"
    Aesop Rock — Hold the Cup
  • "They threw me in the game, I threw up numbers like a auction"
    DJ Khaled f/ Ace Hood, Big Sean, T-Pain, Wiz Khalifa — I'm So Blessed
  • "Cop the Benz, from the auto auction"
    Hell Razah & 4th Disciple — Angel Tears

Usage tips for "auction"

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