STAKE

Definition

1. verb put at risk. — synonyms: venture, hazard, adventure, jeopardize
2. verb place a bet on. — synonyms: bet_on, back, gage, game, punt
3. verb mark with a stake. — synonyms: post
4. verb tie or fasten to a stake.
5. verb kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole. — synonyms: impale
6. noun (law) a right or legal share of something. — synonyms: interest
7. noun a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track). — synonyms: post
8. noun instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning.
9. noun the money risked on a gamble. — synonyms: stakes, bet, wager
10. noun a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground.