What does raffle mean?
Raffle means A drawing, often held as a fundraiser, in which tickets or chances are sold to win a prize..
Raffle
/ˈɹæfl̩/ · noun
Meaning
A drawing, often held as a fundraiser, in which tickets or chances are sold to win a prize..
Definitions by Sense
- A drawing, often held as a fundraiser, in which tickets or chances are sold to win a prize.
- (obsolete) A game of dice in which the player who throws three of the same number wins all the stakes.
- (Philippines, law) The system by which cases are assigned to judges in multi-sala courts.
- (transitive, often with off) To award something by means of a raffle or random drawing.
- (intransitive) To participate in a raffle.
- Refuse; rubbish.
Example Sentences
He entered a raffle to win a lifetime supply of toothpaste, but he did not win.
The raffle was a big success—too big, in fact.
They raffled off four gift baskets.
to raffle for a watch
Synonyms for raffle
Antonyms for raffle
Related Words
Word Forms
- raffles
- raffling
- raffled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for raffle?
Common synonyms include raffle off.
What is the opposite of raffle?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use raffle in a sentence?
He entered a raffle to win a lifetime supply of toothpaste, but he did not win.
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