What does stake mean?
A stake is a wooden or metal rod, typically pointed at the end, used for supporting or holding something in place. To stake something means to risk or invest something, especially money, in the hope of gaining a profit.
Example
"The farmer used a stake to support the young tree until it grew strong enough to stand on its own."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.