raf·fle
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raffled; raffling\
ˈra-f(ə-)liŋ
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Definition of raffle
(Entry 1 of 3)
: to engage in a raffle
: to dispose of by means of a raffle
raffle off a turkey
raffle
noun (1)Definition of raffle (Entry 2 of 3)
: a lottery in which the prize is won by one of numerous persons buying chances
raffle
noun (2)Definition of raffle (Entry 3 of 3)
: rubbish
especially
: a jumble or tangle of nautical equipment
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“Raffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raffle. Accessed 17 Jan. 2022.
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raffle
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English Language Learners Definition of raffle
: to give (something) as a prize in a raffle
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raffle
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raf·fle
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Kids Definition of raffle
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a contest for a prize in which people buy tickets and which is won by the person whose ticket is picked at a drawing
raffle
verb
raffled; raffling
Kids Definition of raffle (Entry 2 of 2)
: to give (something) as a prize in a raffle
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The first known use of raffle was in 1543
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