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jackpot
noun jack·pot \ˈjak-ˌpät\
: a usually large amount of money won in a game of chance
Full Definition of JACKPOT
1
a (1) : a hand or game of draw poker in which a pair of jacks or better is required to open (2) : a large pot (as in poker) formed by the accumulation of stakes from previous play b (1) : a combination on a slot machine that wins a top prize or all the coins available for paying out (2) : the sum so won c : the top prize in a game or contest (as a lottery) that is typically a large fund of money formed by the accumulation of unwon prizes
2
: an impressive often unexpected success or reward
3
chiefly West : a tight spot : jam
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First Known Use of JACKPOT
1879
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Rhymes with JACKPOT
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JACKPOT Defined for Kids
jackpot
noun jack·pot \ˈjak-ˌpät\
Definition of JACKPOT for Kids
1
: a large amount of money to be won
2
: a large and often unexpected success or reward
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