Definition of "Stake" :

noun: a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground

noun: instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning

noun: a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track)

"The corner of the lot was indicated by a stake."

noun: (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something

"A stake in the company's future."

noun: the money risked on a gamble

verb: place a bet on

verb: kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole

verb: mark with a stake

"Stake out the path."

verb: tie or fasten to a stake

"Stake your goat."

verb: put at risk

"I will stake my good reputation for this."