sweepstake

English

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Etymology

From sweep +‎ stake.

Pronunciation

  • (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈswiːpsteɪk/
  • (General American) IPA(key): /ˈswipˌsteɪk/
  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

sweepstake (plural sweepstakes)

  1. A lottery in which the prize or prizes constitute all the money paid by the participants.
  2. (US) A prize draw.

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