Stake Definition
stake
noun
- (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something; "they have interests all over the world"; "a stake in the company's future"
- a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track); "a pair of posts marked the goal"; "the corner of the lot was indicated by a stake"
- instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning
- the money risked on a gamble
- a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground
verb
- put at risk; "I will stake my good reputation for this"
- place a bet on; "Which horse are you backing?"; "I'm betting on the new horse"
- mark with a stake; "stake out the path"
- tie or fasten to a stake; "stake your goat"
- kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole; "the enemies were impaled and left to die"
"Stake" in song lyrics
See how stake is used in real songs:
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"There's alot at stake"
51.50 — Steady Stayin' Paid '95 -
"Every step I take, every move I make is like, driving in the stake"
Aceyalone -
"We can't leave this place, cuz we always at stake"
Apocalipps — Welcome 2 New York
Words that rhyme with stake
Usage tips for "stake"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stake" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stake to find words that pair well.