noun
sweepstake
Sweepstake (noun) means a lottery in which the prize or prizes constitute all the money paid by the participants.
noun
1
A lottery in which the prize or prizes constitute all the money paid by the participants.
2
A prize draw.
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Etymology
From sweep + stake.
Rhymes for sweepstake
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What is the meaning of sweepstake?
"sweepstake" (noun) means a lottery in which the prize or prizes constitute all the money paid by the participants.
What are the different meanings of sweepstake?
"sweepstake" has 2 main meanings: 1. A lottery in which the prize or prizes constitute all the money paid by the participants; 2. A prize draw.