noun
sweepstake
Sweepstake (noun) means a lottery where the total prize money is made up entirely of the money paid in by entrants.
noun
1
A lottery where the total prize money is made up entirely of the money paid in by entrants.
2
A draw for a prize.
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Etymology
Made up of sweep and stake.
Rhymes for sweepstake
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What is the meaning of sweepstake?
"sweepstake" (noun) means a lottery where the total prize money is made up entirely of the money paid in by entrants.
What are the different meanings of sweepstake?
"sweepstake" has 2 main meanings: 1. A lottery where the total prize money is made up entirely of the money paid in by entrants; 2. A draw for a prize.
