The Clue
Bet (6 letter answer)
The Answer
STAKED
Tags
Notes
The answer STAKED is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
Related Clues
Gambled
Supplied with funds
Slew a vampire, perhaps
Definition
STAKE as a verb:
1. (venture, hazard, adventure, stake, jeopardize) = put at risk; "I will stake my good reputation for this"
2. (bet on, back, gage, stake, game, punt) = place a bet on; "Which horse are you backing?"; "I'm betting on the new horse"
3. (stake, post) = mark with a stake; "stake out the path"
4. tie or fasten to a stake; "stake your goat"
5. (impale, stake) = kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole; "the enemies were impaled and left to die"